Chief Quality Officer

The Chief Quality Officer provides clinical and administrative leadership and direction to the quality division and other assigned departments. The CQO will have direct oversight for the areas of Quality Management, Safety, Corporate Compliance, Risk Management, Utilization Management, Social Services, Infection Control, Accreditation, Behavioral Health and Employee Health Programs. The position is responsible for facilitating development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of services within the assigned areas through collaboration with the clinical/medical staff, nursing leadership and other managers. The CQO’s success is measured by the achievement of organizational wide quality goals and adherence to policies, procedures, and standards set forth by state, federal, and hospital regulatory agencies. The CQO is accountable for establishing operational mechanisms and quality leadership structures which facilitate safe and quality patient care and working environment. All duties are performed consistent with BBGH standards and behaviors.QualificationsBachelors or higher degree preferred in nursing from an accredited college or university required. A bachelors degree or higher degree in social work, allied health, health and human services, or population health field of study from an accredited college or university may be considered. Master’s degree, if not already obtained, will be required within four (4) years of employment start date. Must be in the field of nursing, healthcare administration, health or human services, or population health from an accredited college or university.Minimum of five (5) years of recent leadership experience in acute care, hospital operations, or managed health care setting, which includes quality, infection control, epidemiology or related field required. Recent experience in quality management, corporate compliance, utilization management, discharge planning, or social work and familiarity with The Joint Commission accreditation process is preferred.Current certification in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) is will be required within the first year of hire. Certification in infection control, and/or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) strongly preferred. Membership in the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology required within two (2) years of employment. Active membership in the National Association of Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) and the Nebraska Association for Healthcare Quality, Risk, and Safety (NAHQRS) strongly preferred.Residency RequirementsThe new CQO will be required to live within the Box Butte General Hospital service area, preference to live in Alliance.CompensationThe successful candidate will receive attractive and competitive compensation and excellent benefits package.Interested CandidatesBryan Health Rural Division Services will be conducting the search on behalf and in partnership with Box Butte General Hospital. Interested and qualified candidates may submit their resume to Aaron Delahoyde via email at aaron.delahoyde@bryanhealth.org. He can also be reached by phone at 402-481-9051. Your candidacy will be held strictly confidential.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRelocation assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceAbility to Relocate:Alliance, NE 69301: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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