Interim Director of Quality
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Healthcare
Healthcare Management, Healthcare Administration
Job Description & Requirements
Interim Director of Quality
Start Date:
ASAP Pay Rate: $160000.00 - $170000.00
Interim Director of Quality Needed in Modesto, CA!
The Position- An Interim Director of Quality is needed to lead quality improvement, patient safety, and accreditation efforts at a 250+ bed hospital.
- Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, this leader will oversee eight direct reports.
- Key responsibilities include driving quality initiatives such as reducing pressure injuries, CLABSI, and CAUTI rates, improving throughput, and ensuring the organization remains survey-ready.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and process improvement. Experience working with medical staff is preferred. Must be transparent, honest, and able to adapt quickly to team feedback and needs. Excellent communication skills will be critical.
- Must be available to start within 2-3 weeks of acceptance.
- Bachelor’s degree required;
Master’s degree preferred. - RN license preferred but not required.
- Previous healthcare experience required.
- Modesto offers a vibrant arts and culture scene, including the Gallo Center for the Arts and the historic State Theatre.
- Enjoy outdoor activities at Graceada Park, designed by the same architect as San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.
- The city hosts annual events like the American Graffiti Festival, celebrating its connection to filmmaker George Lucas.
- Explore a variety of dining options, from farm-to-table restaurants to diverse international cuisines.
- Conveniently located near Yosemite National Park, San Francisco, and Sacramento, offering easy access to both natural wonders and urban experiences.
- Compensation Range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually.
- The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education,, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
- The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.
- Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.
- Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
- As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling with holdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
- Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
- Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.
- B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of “Doing the Right Thing.”
Quin Bridges
Executive Recruiter
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Situated in California's San Joaquin Valley - one of the greatest agricultural areas in the nation - Modesto offers a small-town ambiance and easy access to the ocean, mountains and some of the nation's most renowned national parks. Day trip options from Modesto include San Francisco, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park among many others. With its mild climate, outdoor activities can be enjoyed year round.
Aboutthe Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
Quality, Quality Services, Performance Improvement, Performance Management, Clinical Effectiveness, Accreditation, Outcomes Management, Regulatory Compliance
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