Chief Quality & Patient Safety Officer - Behavioral Health

Summit Healthcare Mgmt

Franklin, Tennessee, US
Develop and execute patient safety strategy
Oversee quality improvement initiatives
Manage regulatory compliance
The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Quality & Patient Safety provides executive leadership and is accountable for developing and implementing patient safety, clinical quality, and performance improvement strategies across all service lines

Job Summary

  • The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Quality & Patient Safety provides executive leadership and is accountable for developing and implementing patient safety, clinical quality, and performance improvement strategies across all service lines.
  • This role shapes the organization’s vision for high-reliability care, driving enterprise-wide initiatives that improve patient outcomes, reduce risk, and foster a culture of quality and patient safety.
  • Summit Healthcare Mgmt offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Matching Summary

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Quality & Patient Safety provides executive leadership and is accountable for developing and implementing patient safety, clinical quality, and performance improvement strategies across all service lines.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and execute patient safety strategy
  • Oversee quality improvement initiatives
  • Manage regulatory compliance
  • Utilize data analytics for decision-making
  • Lead change management efforts

Nice-to-have

  • Foster a culture of safety
  • Mentor high-performing teams
  • Adapt to emerging best practices
  • Collaborate with diverse stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree in healthcare-related field
  • 10+ years in quality/patient safety leadership
  • 5+ years in senior leadership/management
  • Experience in behavioral health settings preferred
  • Proficiency in data analytics
  • Experience with quality improvement frameworks
  • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

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