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Trinity Health

Patient Safety Risk Officer

Columbus, OH · On-site

The Patient Safety Risk Officer provides leadership for the design, implementation, and coordination of the organization's proactive Patient Safety/Risk Management program across the facilities and ...

OU Health

Patient Safety Risk Manager

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Patient Safety Risk Manager Department: Patient Safety & Regulatory Accreditation New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive wages and total rewards package including a sign-on bonus ...

OU Health

Patient Safety Risk Manager

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Patient Safety Risk Manager Department: Patient Safety & Regulatory Accreditation New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive wages and total rewards package including a sign-on bonus ...

HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Job Summary The Director of Patient Safety and Risk Management will be responsible for the strategic oversight and implementation of an effective Patient Safety and Enterprise Risk Management program.

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What is the difference between Patient Safety Risk vs Patient Safety Coordinator?

AspectPatient Safety RiskPatient Safety Coordinator
CredentialsNone specific, often involves understanding healthcare safety protocolsTypically requires certifications like Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare settings, hospitals, clinicsHealthcare settings, hospitals, clinics
Employer & Industry UsageUsed to identify potential hazards or risks in patient careRole focused on implementing safety protocols and training

Patient Safety Risk refers to the potential hazards that could compromise patient safety, often identified by risk assessments. Patient Safety Coordinator actively manages and improves safety protocols to prevent these risks. While Patient Safety Risk highlights vulnerabilities, the Coordinator works to mitigate them through policies and staff training.

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Patient Safety Risk Officer

Patient Safety Risk Officer

Trinity Health

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Trinity Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 348 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

590th of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Description:
Why Mount Carmel?
With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.
We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.
What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
  • Generous paid time off programs
  • Employee recognition incentive program
  • Tuition/professional development reimbursement
  • Relocation assistance (geographic requirements apply)
  • Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities' at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Why Columbus?
The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest - ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!
About the job:
The Patient Safety Risk Officer provides leadership for the design, implementation, and coordination of the organization's proactive Patient Safety/Risk Management program across the facilities and service areas across System, and facilitates process improvement endeavors to support the elimination of errors and other factors that contribute to adverse patient outcomes, as expected from a high reliability organization.
What you will do:
  • Provides for 24/7 Patient Safety/Risk Management coverage and response for assigned areas of responsibility; Proactively performs surveillance and evaluates patient safety risks in a uniform and consistent manner for assigned facilities, service areas and affiliated joint ventures.
  • Oversight of incident reporting and response process, including evaluation of all incidents, investigation, identification of risk exposures, follow-up and performance of trending analysis for assigned facilities/service areas.
  • Serves as ZeroHarm trainer for the organization. Coaches/mentors leadership and colleagues on use of Safety Behaviors. Participates on the MCHS Serious Safety Event Classification team and provides information on potential safety events for team review.
  • Responsible for identification of potential and actual sentinel events with prompt notification of key stakeholders including senior leadership, site administration and Trinity Health and for conducting investigation of event and root cause analysis.
  • Collaborates with Mount Carmel legal counsel and Trinity Health IRMS colleagues to support their investigation and defense of claims against Mount Carmel Health System. Provides defense attorneys requested information to prepare for pending litigation and/or claim reimbursement.
  • Provides guidance and support for patient care issues with patient safety/risk or legal implications, i.e. consent issues, adoption, guardianship, EMTALA, HIPAA.
  • All other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's or Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred.
  • Licensure / Certification: State of Ohio Licensed Registered Nurse required; Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management CPHRM required within two years of hire.
  • Experience: 2-4 years of experience in the field of Patient Safety/Risk Management or at minimum 5 years of recent progressive management and clinical leadership experience.
  • Understanding of how to identify and address system or process failures that contribute to patient safety issues. Familiarity with tools such as Failure Mode and Effect Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Apparent Cause Analysis, and Learning From Defects desired
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local regulations related to health care and of accrediting/certifying agencies such as The Joint Commission and CMS desired
  • Ability to travel to multiple sites; Valid Ohio Driver's license required.

Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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Headquarters location

Livonia, MI, US

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