Manager, Quality & Patient Safety (Ambulatory Clinician)
Sutter Health
Santa Barbara, CA · Posted October 16, 2026
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Organization: SC - Sansum Clinic
Position Overview: Works collaboratively to lead and establish appropriate performance management/ quality improvement systems. The Manager is responsible for overall implementation and maintenance of quality management programs and facilitates assigned programs with specified objectives. This includes compliance to standards of the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA), Integrated Healthcare Association (IHA), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), health plan regulations and contractual requirements, standards, and projects pertaining to quality management, standard work and clinical improvement initiatives. Assumes responsibility for ensuring or supporting assessment and planning, performance measurement and monitoring, evaluation and quality improvement for the delivery of quality patient care.
Job Description :
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Management, Public Health, Nursing, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field
Equivalent education and/or experience may be considered
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
RN – Registered Nurse (California)
MD – Medical Doctor
PharmD – Pharmacist
PA – Physician Assistant
NP – Nurse Practitioner
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
8 years of recent, relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Operations, leadership, critical thinking, analysis, teaching, facilitation, coaching, mentoring, and project management skills
Knowledge of population health management practices, policies, programs, initiatives, and functions
Ability to train staff in quality improvement and performance improvement methodologies
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and performance improvement reporting
Ability to collaborate effectively with physician leadership, providers, and operational leaders
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions
Experience evaluating staff performance, identifying development needs, and addressing performance concerns
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Epic, and Midas
Ability to develop, implement, and ensure adherence to department policies and procedures
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to compile, analyze, summarize, and present complex data and prepare executive-level reports and summaries
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, tact, and discretion
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels
Experience leading safety, quality, and clinical effectiveness initiatives with a high degree of independence
Experience leading cross-functional projects, including stakeholder management, resource allocation, and project execution
In-depth knowledge of applicable regulations and compliance requirements
Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean and process transformation
Knowledge of ambulatory quality metrics and programs, including HEDIS, IHA, CMS, ACOs, and other quality measurement frameworks
Experience preparing and presenting data-driven recommendations to leadership
Ability to balance strategic initiatives while maintaining operational excellence
Job Shift: Days
Schedule: Full Time
Days of the Week: Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements: As Needed
Benefits: Yes
Unions: No
Position Status: Exempt
Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Status: Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $165,339.20 to $264,555.20 / annual salary
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.