Senior Patient Safety and Risk Specialist

Job Summary

Responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to enhance patient safety and minimize adverse events within the healthcare setting. This position involves collaborating with various departments to develop and implement risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Lead the identification and assessment of potential risks within the hospital, including clinical, operational, and environmental factors.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis investigations for significant adverse events or near misses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify root causes and develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and enhance patient safety.
• Collaborate with legal and insurance teams to manage and monitor the progress of insurance claims and litigation related to patient safety incidents.
• Provide education and training to hospital staff on risk management principles, incident reporting, and patient safety.
• Collaborate with emergency preparedness teams to assess and mitigate risks related to disaster and emergency situations.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree related field of study required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Experience in healthcare risk management, with a focus on leadership and strategic planning 3-5 years required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and risk management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Job Details

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Hybrid

Work Location: 79 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement: North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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