Interim VP of Quality & Safety

Overview

Interim VP of Quality & Safety —

Start Date:

ASAP;
Pay Rate: $210,000 - $230,000.

• An Interim VP of Quality & Safety is needed to lead quality, safety, and regulatory functions across a health system with three hospitals, including an academic medical center.
• Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this leader will oversee a team of five direct reports.
• Key responsibilities include advancing the organization’s High Reliability Journey, enhancing accountability and system-wide standardization of quality dashboards, and supporting Joint Commission readiness across multiple sites.
• The ideal candidate will have strong system-level leadership experience, a background in High Reliability Organizations, and a proven track record in change management. Must be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Must be a team player with a positive attitude, capable of influencing others. Excellent communication skills will be critical.
• Must be available to start within 2-3 weeks of acceptance.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field strongly preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPHQ, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.
• Vice President experience in a health system/academic medical center setting with significant accomplishments in quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Located in Western Massachusetts, Springfield offers easy access to the scenic beauty of the Berkshires and the cultural attractions of New England.
• Springfield is home to the Basketball Hall of Fame and a vibrant downtown with restaurants, arts venues, and shops.
• Conveniently situated near several colleges and universities, offering a rich academic and healthcare environment.
• Enjoy four distinct seasons, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly neighborhoods throughout Springfield and its surrounding areas.
• Just a short drive to Boston, Hartford, and New York City for weekend getaways or professional networking.

• Compensation Range: $210,000 to $230,000 annually.
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including 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 opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Consider whether the interim leadership lifestyle is right for you. Apply to explore how Interim Leadership could impact your career.
• Joining the BE Smith team may provide a full benefits package upon accepting roles, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying by job type and duration.
• As a BE Smith employee, we manage with holdings and pay the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. BE Smith and the client cover travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You may receive bi-weekly trips home at the client’s expense, plus a rental car and lodging for a convenient living experience.
• Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in states part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without separate state licenses. Stay up to date on licensure requirements with the recruiter.
• BE Smith is committed to transparent communication and addressing COVID-19-related challenges, guided by our core value of “Doing the Right Thing.”

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

• Peter Benson
• Senior Executive Recruiter
• #BESmith
• #BESRecruitment

Springfield riverfront offers opportunities for outdoor activities and a view of the Connecticut River and the city skyline, including the Basketball Hall of Fame and Riverfront Park with access to the Connecticut River Walk and Bikeway.

About 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. .