Vice President of Quality and Safety

Calvary Hospital
Bronx, NY

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate, philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospice provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospice receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area.  When you come to Calvary Hospital, you're not just getting a job, you're joining a family.

Summary

The Vice President of Quality and Safety is a senior executive leadership position responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive quality management, patient safety, and regulatory compliance programs across all hospital operations. This role ensures the organization maintains the highest standards of care while meeting all accreditation requirements and regulatory standards specific to palliative and hospice care. The position reports directly to the President and serves as a key member of the senior leadership team.

Requirements


Qualifications:

  • Current professional licensure as applicable (RN, MD, or other healthcare license preferred)
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience within the healthcare setting
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management, patient safety, or risk management
  • Experience in palliative care, hospice care, or end-of-life care settings strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience with accreditation processes and regulatory compliance
  • Proven track record of leading successful quality improvement initiatives
  • Certification in quality management (CPHQ, CQM, or equivalent) required
  • Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or Lean certification strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and accreditation processes required
  • Understanding of CMS Conditions of Participation for Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Familiarity with quality improvement methodologies and tools

Education:

  • Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Public Health, or related field required
  • Doctorate degree preferred

Salary Range:

$250,000 - $280,000 annually

COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all new hires prior to beginning employment at Calvary Hospital.

Benefits

Benefits/Perks:

  • Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, holidays, and free days
  • Pension (vested after 5 years of full-time or part-time service)
  • Participation in 403 (b)
  • Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Flex Spending, Transit Check
  • Free On-Site Parking
Posted 2026-01-14

Recommended Jobs

Golf Teaching Professional

Troon
Harrison, NY

Harrison Meadows Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Teaching Professional. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused o…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-24

Banking - Capital Markets, Summer Analyst, New York City - US, 2027

Citi
New York, NY

The Capital Markets Intern Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for assisting clients in raising funds in the capital markets, as well as in providing strategic advisory services for…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-30

Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform

Celonis
New York, NY

We're Celonis, the global leader in Process Intelligence technology and one of the world's fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing AI, …

View Details
Posted 2026-02-27

Offer: Employee Relations Representative

Peekskill, NY

Employee Relations Representative Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance sta…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-30

Funding & Investments Mgmt Sr. Lead Analyst

Citi
New York, NY

Citibank, N.A. seeks a Funding and Investments Mgmt Sr. Lead Analyst for its New York, NY location. DUTIES: Support initiatives to build and enhance CTI’s critical hedge programs. Drive collabor…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-24

Strategy Associate, YouTube

Google
New York, NY

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Bruno, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA. Minimum qualifications: ~ Bachel…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-21

B-Level Automotive Technician (Union)

Elite
Staten Island, NY

ERS ELITE is partnering with a high-volume, professionally managed union automotive dealership in Staten Island, NY to hire skilled B-Level Automotive Technicians . This role is ideal for technic…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-21

Corporate Treasury Associate, Recovery & Resolution Planning

Morgan Stanley
New York, NY

We’re seeking someone to join our Recovery and Resolution Planning (RRP) team as an Associate in Treasury to work across a variety of Firm and US Bank regulatory initiatives. In the Finance division,…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-18

HVAC Technician

Factotum Jack HVAC
Olean, NY

Factotum Jack HVAC is looking for a HVAC Technician Wage $16.00-$30hr. Wage depends on experience and skill level. Key Responsibilities of an HVAC Technician: Installation: Installing new HVAC sy…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-09

Human Resources Internships (New York) - Publicis Health

Publicis CoLab
New York, NY

Company description At Publicis Health, we believe keeping the world healthy is our most extraordinary social endeavor. Because one person's wellbeing is the responsibility of the many. As part…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-26