Director Quality AND Risk
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Overview
Job Description
Director, Quality and Risk Management
Reports To: Chief Medical Officer
Position Summary
The Director of Quality and Risk Management leads quality improvement and risk management activities for Sun Life Health, an FQHC. This role ensures compliance with HRSA, CMS, state licensing, and Joint Commission standards while promoting patient safety, risk mitigation, and continuous quality improvement across the organization.
Essential Functions
Lead and oversee quality improvement and risk management programs for an FQHC environment
Develop and monitor quality metrics aligned with HRSA, CMS, state licensing, and Joint Commission requirements
Coordinate accreditation, licensing, and regulatory surveys, including HRSA and Joint Commission activities (ICM, FSA)
Maintain ongoing survey readiness through audits, monitoring, and performance reviews
Oversee Clinical Quality Measures reporting and submission to HRSA
Analyze quality and risk data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Support clinical audits, inspections, and corrective action planning
Educate providers and staff on regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards
Coordinate incident reporting and risk management processes and report findings to appropriate committees
Provide annual risk management training and lead risk mitigation efforts
Collaborate with leadership, providers, and operations to improve quality of care, safety, and compliance
Participate in peer review and quality oversight committees
Prepare and present quality and risk management reports to leadership and the Board of Directors
Serve as primary contact for FTCA claims and litigation-related matters
Support organizational safety and emergency preparedness initiatives
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of HRSA, Joint Commission, CMS, and FQHC regulatory requirements
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive improvement initiatives
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to work collaboratively across clinical and operational teams
Professional judgment and confidentiality in all activities
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