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Healthcare Risk Manager Jobs in Maryland (NOW HIRING)

Risk Manager

Riverdale, MD · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Risk Manager is responsible for leading the project's risk management program and ensuring that ... Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical * Wellness benefits ...

Risk Manager

Riverdale, MD · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

Overview The Risk Manager is responsible for leading the project's risk management program and ... Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical * Wellness benefits ...

Experience in health care industry is preferred. * Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare risk management principles, enterprise risk management methodologies, claims administration, loss prevention ...

Director of Risk Management

Towson, MD · On-site

$51.18 - $84.34/hr

Experience in health care industry is preferred. * Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare risk management principles, enterprise risk management methodologies, claims administration, loss prevention ...

Operational Risk Manager

Bethesda, MD · Hybrid

$114K - $192K/yr

With features including maternity and parental leaves, wellness discounts, healthcare premium ... Responsibilities The Operational Risk Manager drives and supports the Operational Risk Management ...

Operational Risk Manager

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$114K - $192K/yr

With features including maternity and parental leaves, wellness discounts, healthcare premium ... Responsibilities The Operational Risk Manager drives and supports the Operational Risk Management ...

Fraud Risk Manager

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

$104K - $173K/yr

With features including maternity and parental leaves, wellness discounts, healthcare premium ... Responsibilities The Fraud Risk Manager manages the operations of the fraud investigations ...

Fraud Risk Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$104K - $173K/yr

With features including maternity and parental leaves, wellness discounts, healthcare premium ... Responsibilities The Fraud Risk Manager manages the operations of the fraud investigations ...

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$108.3K

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How much do healthcare risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare risk manager in Maryland is $108,270.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,300.00 and $125,200.00 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 Maryland as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,270 per year, or $52.1 per hour.
Associate Risk Manager

Associate Risk Manager

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$83K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Kennedy Krieger Institute rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview
The Associate Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks that could impact patient safety, staff well-being, regulatory compliance, and organizational operations. The position interfaces with the regulatory, safety and quality staff in identifying safety and quality opportunities and promoting a safety and quality culture. They will demonstrate sound judgment and utilize clinical practice and risk management knowledge to support a culture of safety and minimize legal and financial exposure.
Responsibilities
1. Identify potential risks related to patient care, clinical processes, operations, and environment.
2. Review and investigate adverse events, sentinel events, and near-miss occurrence, ensuring appropriate action plans as needed.
3. Monitor trends in incidents, claims, and near misses.
4. Recommend corrective actions by performing root cause analyses (RCA) and proactive risk assessments.
5. Collaborate with interdisciplinary and departmental teams to enhance patient safety initiatives and implement risk reduction strategies
6. Participate in departmental, medical staff, and institutional committees.
7. Collaborate with the Legal Risk Coordinator and Legal Counsel to assist staff with various risk matters including complex patient issues, guardianship and custody issues, legal document review and testimony for legal matters.
8. Develop and deliver staff education on risk management and safety
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certification in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or Nurse Legal Certification from an accredited/recognized institution highly preferred.
• Certified Professional in-Patient Safety (CPPS) highly preferred.
EDUCATION:
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field required.
• Master's Degree preferred
EXPERIENCE:
Five years of experience in healthcare risk management or patient safety is required.
Minimum pay range
USD $83,483.92/Yr.
Maximum pay range
USD $149,453.82/Yr.

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