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Healthcare Risk Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

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How much do healthcare risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare risk manager in Atlanta, GA is $107,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $124,100.00 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 Atlanta, GA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,279 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Director, Clinical Quality Governance & Regulatory

Chabez Tech

Atlanta, GA

$194K - $251K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Company Description

A leading integrated healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Quality Governance & Regulatory to provide executive leadership for clinical quality, patient safety, risk management, credentialing, peer review, and regulatory compliance. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practices, continuous quality improvement, and strong clinical governance across its healthcare operations.

Job Description

Role: Senior Director, Clinical Quality Governance & Regulatory
Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Industry: Healthcare
Salary: $194,700 - $251,900

 

Regulatory Compliance & Clinical Governance

  • Serve as the executive subject matter expert on healthcare quality regulations and compliance.
  • Interpret evolving healthcare legislation, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Advise executive leadership regarding long-term compliance strategies and organizational impacts.
  • Collaborate with regulatory agencies, accreditation organizations, and healthcare partners.
  • Lead educational initiatives that promote regulatory awareness and compliance across the organization.
  • Identify barriers to compliance and recommend strategic policy improvements.

Performance Review & Education

  • Oversee enterprise quality performance review processes.
  • Establish organizational standards for utilization reviews and quality assessments.
  • Develop corrective action standards and performance improvement expectations.
  • Present quality performance results to executive leadership and external regulatory agencies.
  • Define training standards and educational programs supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum four (4) years of experience managing operational or project budgets.
  • Minimum six (6) years of leadership experience managing direct reports.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience using databases, spreadsheets, or Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) tools.
  • Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a clinical setting, healthcare administration, or related healthcare field.

    Education Requirements

    • Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field with a minimum of eight (8) years of healthcare quality assurance/improvement experience; OR
    • Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of ten (10) years of healthcare quality assurance/improvement experience; OR
    • Minimum thirteen (13) years of directly related healthcare quality assurance/improvement experience.

    Required Certifications & Licensure

    • Active Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
    • One of the following certifications must be obtained within 24 months of hire:
      • Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
      • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
      • Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)

    Kindly share resume at rakesh@chabeztech. com

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.