Director of Risk Management

Director Of Risk Management

Valley Hospital Medical Center seeks a Director of Risk Management to lead the hospital's risk, patient safety, and regulatory programs. This role develops, implements, and monitors risk mitigation strategies, incident reporting, and root cause analyses to enhance patient safety and quality of care. The director partners with clinical and administrative leaders to manage claims, ensure compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standards, and guide staff education. You'll join a collaborative, patient-first culture with opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuous improvement in a complex acute care environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the hospital-wide risk management program
• Oversee incident reporting, investigation, and root cause analysis to improve patient safety
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and state/federal regulations
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders on risk mitigation strategies
• Manage claims, insurance reporting, and coordination with legal as needed
• Analyze risk, safety, and quality data to identify trends and drive improvements
• Develop and update risk-related policies, procedures, and education programs
• Prepare for and participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys
• Educate leaders and staff on risk reduction, documentation, and reporting expectations
• Support a culture of safety, transparency, and continuous improvement

Required Skills

• Healthcare risk management
• Clinical risk assessment
• Regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, CMS)
• Incident reporting systems
• Root cause analysis
• Claims and insurance management
• Policy development and implementation
• Data analysis and reporting
• Patient safety and quality improvement
• Staff training and education