Senior Quality and Risk Manager
The ideal candidate will possess a third-level degree in a healthcare-related discipline, along with a postgraduate qualification. They should have a proven track record of strategic leadership experience in senior quality and regulatory compliance roles within complex health services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Promote a vision that positions the organization as a national and international leader in clinical governance, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
* Lead the development and delivery of strategic and annual operational plans for quality, compliance, risk management, and clinical governance across all services.
* Ensure adherence to all regulatory standards; lead preparation for inspections (e.g., MHC, HIQA, HPRA) and manage post-inspection action plans within agreed timeframes.
* Oversight of audit schedules, review findings, and provide performance reports and trend analyses to senior management and the Board.
* Maintenance and enhancement of policies, procedures, and document control systems in line with strategic objectives and best practice standards.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement; lead training and education in quality and compliance for staff, clinicians, and Board members.
Requirements:
* A strong understanding of the healthcare sector, with the ability to benchmark services against national and international peers.
* In-depth knowledge of GDPR, Data Protection, and Information Governance, with the capability to lead and manage change from identification through to evaluation.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels.
About the Position
This role supports the clinical governance framework and ensures services are safe, effective, compassionate, and data-driven. The post holder drives continuous improvement, minimises risk, and upholds the ethos and values of the organisation, ensuring all quality and regulatory standards are met and maintained.