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Healthcare Risk Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Neighborhood Healthcare

Risk Manager

Escondido, CA · On-site

... Healthcare, including identification of risk exposure, assessment, risk prevention, appraisal ... Manages legal documentation and computerized files to ensure appropriate documents are delivered in ...

Neighborhood Healthcare

Risk Manager

Escondido, CA · Hybrid

... Healthcare, including identification of risk exposure, assessment, risk prevention, appraisal ... Manages legal documentation and computerized files to ensure appropriate documents are delivered in ...

Neighborhood Healthcare

Risk Manager

Escondido, CA · Hybrid

... Healthcare, including identification of risk exposure, assessment, risk prevention, appraisal ... Manages legal documentation and computerized files to ensure appropriate documents are delivered in ...

HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred * Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred Education: * Bachelor's degree required * Master's degree in ...

UHS

RISK MANAGER

Madera, CA · On-site

$80K - $101K/yr

The structure and functions of the Risk Management Program are designed so as to comply with ... A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a behavioral health-care facility. Licensure:

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How much do healthcare risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare risk manager in California is $110,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $127,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Healthcare Risk Manager vs Healthcare Compliance Officer?

AspectHealthcare Risk ManagerHealthcare Compliance Officer
CertificationsRisk Management Certification, CRCMCHC, CHC-F, or similar compliance certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, insurance companiesHealthcare facilities, regulatory agencies
Primary FocusIdentifying and mitigating risks, patient safetyEnsuring adherence to laws, policies, and regulations
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, insurance firmsHealthcare organizations, government agencies

While both roles aim to improve healthcare quality and safety, Healthcare Risk Managers focus on risk assessment and mitigation strategies, whereas Healthcare Compliance Officers concentrate on regulatory adherence and policy enforcement. Both positions often collaborate to ensure a safe, compliant healthcare environment.

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Infographic showing various Healthcare Risk Manager job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,095 per year, or $52.9 per hour.

Manager, Risk (Acute Risk Management Experience REQ)

Talented Medical Solutions

Roseville, CA • On-site

$3K - $3K/wk

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Manager, Risk (ACUTE RISK MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Required)

  • Location: Roseville, CA | URGENT NEED | Legal Services

  • Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift (Mon–Fri, 8-hour days)
    Start 05/26/2026 | End: 08/17/2026

Position Summary

  • We are seeking a highly skilled Manager, Risk with acute risk management experience, The ideal candidate will oversee the organization’s Risk Management Program, ensuring proactive identification, mitigation, and monitoring of risks across clinical and non-clinical operations. You will serve as a key liaison between clinical teams, leadership, legal counsel, and insurance partners while guiding incident investigation, claims management, and patient safety initiatives.

    This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise directly supports patient safety, regulatory compliance, and organizational resilience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Risk Management Program across hospital and corporate operations

  • Oversee incident reporting systems and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (including Safe Medical Devices Act)

  • Identify trends in patient complaints and risk events and present findings to executive leadership

  • Manage occurrence review and claims file administration

  • Serve as internal/external liaison for potential and active liability claims

  • Act as Site Administrator for RADAR Claims Module (PCE tracking)

  • Coordinate investigations, documentation, and defense preparation with legal counsel

  • Respond to patient/visitor compensation requests and claims inquiries

  • Support credentialing processes with risk-related staff performance insights

  • Maintain litigation holds, evidence preservation, and root cause analysis protections

  • Represent the organization in depositions, trials, and legal proceedings when required

  • Approve limited settlement payments and manage small claims within authority

QualificationsRequired

  • Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Strong background in healthcare operations or risk-related functions

Preferred

  • Master’s degree in a related discipline

  • CPHRM certification (strongly preferred but not required)

  • 5+ years of technical experience in healthcare risk management

  • 1+ year in leadership or supervisory role

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a detail-oriented healthcare risk professional who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments. You bring calm structure to sensitive situations, communicate effectively with legal and clinical stakeholders, and are confident navigating claims, investigations, and regulatory frameworks.