Director of Quality Improvement - Full-Time

Director of Quality Improvement - Full-Time Pomona, United States | Posted on 09/23/2026 Work Experience 5+ years health care + 3+ years leadership experience Salary $125,000 - $190,947 per year City Pomona State/Province California Country United States Job Description The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputedhealthcare organization in Pomona, CA and we are looking to hire a Directorof Quality Improvement provides organization-wide leadership for the organization’squality improvement program, partnering with executive, clinical, operational,and compliance leaders to establish quality strategy and translateorganizational and regulatory requirements into measurable action plans. Operating under the leadership of the Chief MedicalOfficer (CMO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO), with the CMO providing directclinical oversight of quality improvement activities and regulatory qualityprograms, The Director leads initiatives focused on improving patientoutcomes, safety, access, equity, and care experience while overseeing qualitydata, clinical quality reporting, continuous improvement, Patient-CenteredMedical Home recognition, and the overall performance of the QualityImprovement Department. Schedule: Full-Time What You’ll Do Key Responsibilities Quality Strategy and Governance Leadthe organization’s Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance Plan andannual evaluation Establishquality priorities, measures, targets, owners, and timelines; monitorprogress and corrective actions Lead/supportQuality Improvement Committees and workgroups and prepare leadership andBoard reports, agendas, dashboards and meeting materials. Adviseleadership on quality risks, trends, resources, and improvementopportunities Promotecontinuous improvement, accountability, patient safety, and learning DirectQuality Improvement staff, including hiring, supervision, coaching,evaluations, workload, and development Developdepartmental goals, staffing plans, procedures, and budgets Ensureaccurate, timely, and useful quality analyses, audits, and reports Collaboratewith Clinical, Operations, IT, Compliance, HR, Finance, Behavioral Health,Dental, and other departments Quality Measurement and Reporting Overseecollection, validation, analysis, and submission of UDS, HEDIS, payer,grant, population health, and internal quality measures Developdashboards for leadership, providers, sites, and service lines to trackperformance and improvement Monitorprovider and care-team performance, variation, and care gaps whilemaintaining confidentiality Establishdata-validation and governance controls and partner with Data and ITleadership Presentquality findings to the Board, leadership, staff, health plans, andexternal reviewers Performance Improvement LeadPDSA cycles, root-cause analyses, and other structured improvementinitiatives Partnerwith clinical and operational leaders to improve quality, access,outcomes, patient experience, and care coordination Translatedata into sustainable workflow improvements, training, decision support,audits, and accountability processes Evaluateresults, identify lessons learned, and spread effective practices Regulatory Readiness and Patient Safety Leadquality activities for Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition andrenewal with Compliance SupportHRSA, FTCA, health plan, accreditation, risk-management, and otherexternal reviews Supportcorrective action plans, monitor completion, and verify effectiveness andsustainability Analyzepatient safety events, grievances, and quality-of-care concerns whilemaintaining confidentiality Maintainquality plans, reports, audits, committee records, improvement projects,and supporting documentation Clinical Analytics and Health Information Technology Directclinical analytics and reporting to support decision-making, populationhealth, and performance improvement Partnerwith IT and vendors to improve data extraction, interfaces, registries,decision support, and reporting tools Leadquality data governance, including definitions, ownership, validation,access, and change control Evaluatedigital tools and automation and recommend safeguards, testing, andmonitoring Recommendworkflow improvements involving the EHR, patient portal, population healthplatforms, and other clinical systems Organizational Responsibilities Participatein meetings related to quality and organizational performance Maintainknowledge of FQHC requirements, quality measures, health planexpectations, and improvement practices Protectconfidential information and comply with HIPAA, cybersecurity, andrecords-management requirements Performother related duties as assigned What We Are Looking For Education and Experience Bachelor’sdegree in public health, healthcare administration, nursing, healthsciences, informatics, or related field required; master’s preferred 5+years of progressive healthcare quality, population health, clinicalanalytics, or program management experience, including 3+ years insupervisory or department leadership FQHC,community health center, or safety-net healthcare experience stronglypreferred Experienceleading cross-functional improvement projects and preparing qualityreports for executives, boards, health plans, or regulatory agenciesrequired Knowledge and Skills Knowledgeof quality improvement, patient safety, clinical quality measurement,health equity, and population health Knowledgeof HRSA Health Center Program requirements, UDS, HEDIS, PCMH standards,and payer quality programs preferred Advancedability to collect, validate, analyze, and present healthcare data andtranslate findings into improvement strategies Proficiencyin Excel and PowerPoint, with experience using EHRs, population health,data visualization, or clinical reporting tools; NextGen preferred Strongleadership, project management, facilitation, communication, andpresentation skills Abilityto manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment,and communicate sensitive information professionally Commitmentto serving medically underserved communities and reducing healthcaredisparities What You Can Expect Reasonableaccommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities Primarilyoffice and health center-based, with regular travel among sites andoccasional travel for meetings or training Requiresextended sitting and computer use, as well as standing, walking, bending,reaching, speaking, hearing, and seeing Abilityto communicate clearly, review detailed reports, maintain concentration,manage competing deadlines, and work effectively in office and clinicalsettings Abilityto lift and carry materials and equipment up to 20 pounds, with or withoutreasonable accommodation Compensation and Benefits: Medical,Dental and Vision Insurance HolidayVacation and Sick Leave EmployeeAssistance Program LifeInsurance (Basic + Voluntary) TuitionReimbursement 403(b)Retirement plan with 6% match This isan opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening quality systems,supporting clinical excellence, and advancing initiatives that improve careacross the organization. If you are a collaborative quality leader who bringsstrong analytical, strategic, and operational skills, we encourage you to applyand join a team committed to delivering better outcomes for the communities itserves. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zohorecruit