Director of Quality and Risk
Role summary
A leading inpatient rehabilitation provider is seeking a Director of Quality & Risk for their 50-bed hospital in Charlottesville, VA. This onsite leadership role reports to the Hospital CEO and is responsible for quality management, risk management, patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and patient experience. The ideal candidate will have recent, hands-on leadership experience in a hospital or inpatient healthcare facility, with direct experience leading Joint Commission surveys and a proven ability to analyze data and drive performance improvement. This is an impactful role influencing hospital operations and patient care outcomes.
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medical, dental, and vision insurance, robust retirement savings with a 401(k) match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, life/disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition reimbursement for career growth
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Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are the nation’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation. Approximately one in three patients in the U.S. receiving inpatient rehabilitative care receive it at an Encompass Health hospital. When you choose Encompass Health, you’re choosing a team with decades of experience and a deep commitment to personalized care. We offer unparalleled clinical expertise for treating inpatient rehabilitation conditions and will create a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs.
Why join us?
medical, dental, and vision insurance, robust retirement savings with a 401(k) match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, life/disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition reimbursement for career growth
Job Details
🏥 Job Posting – Director of Quality & Risk
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Salaried | Onsite Only
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director of Quality & Risk to join the leadership team at a 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a fully onsite leadership role reporting directly to the Hospital CEO, with matrix support from the Regional Director of Quality & Risk.
This role is responsible for overseeing quality management, risk management, patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and patient experience initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospital leader with recent, on-site experience in quality and risk management within an acute or inpatient rehabilitation hospital setting.
About the Hospital
50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital
No emergency department, operating rooms, or ambulatory services
Average patient length of stay: 7–14 days
Not a nursing home or long-term care facility
Reporting Structure & Direct Reports
Reports to: Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Supported by: Regional Director of Quality & Risk
Direct Reports:
Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator (PASC)
Health Information Management Services (HIMS) Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
Lead all Quality, Risk Management, and Patient Safety initiatives at the hospital level
Own Joint Commission accreditation and survey readiness, including preparation, execution, and follow-up
Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards
Analyze patient satisfaction and patient experience data, identify trends, and develop actionable improvement plans
Present quality, risk, and patient experience data to hospital leadership and governing bodies
Partner closely with clinical and operational leaders to drive continuous quality improvement
Oversee event reporting, investigations, and corrective action plans
Lead and develop quality and HIM staff, fostering accountability and collaboration
Serve as a visible, on-site resource for staff related to quality, safety, and risk concerns
Required Qualifications
Recent, hands-on leadership experience in quality and risk management within a hospital or inpatient healthcare facility
Direct experience leading Joint Commission surveys/accreditation in a hospital setting
Demonstrated experience with patient satisfaction surveys, data analysis, and performance improvement initiatives
Proven ability to work onsite with staff and lead through influence and collaboration
Strong tenure stability (preference for 2+ years in recent leadership roles)
Bachelor’s degree required (clinical licensure not required)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, or specialty hospital environments
Strong presentation and executive communication skills
Background working closely with CEOs and executive leadership teams
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $100,000 – $115,000 annually (based on experience; no flexibility above range)
Bonus: Eligible for quarterly performance-based bonuses
Benefits (Day 1):
Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
401(k)
Additional employer-sponsored benefits
Relocation Assistance: May be available for non-local candidates
Why This Role
This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, impactful leadership role where quality and patient safety are central to hospital operations. You’ll work directly with executive leadership, influence outcomes at the bedside, and lead through meaningful accreditation and performance initiatives.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates with recent, onsite hospital quality and risk leadership experience are encouraged to apply or inquire confidentially.
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