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Director of Patient Safety

Asheville, NC · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Core responsibilities include applying systems thinking and reliable design principles to identify and mitigate patient safety risk, advancing a culture of safety across clinical and operational ...

This is a Travel RN Risk & Patient Safety Manager contract at Cody Regional Health in Cody, Wyoming . Quick Overview * Facility: Cody Regional Health * Location: Cody, WY * Facility Size: Small rural ...

Clinical Risk Manager

Evanston, IL · On-site

$42.54 - $65.94/hr

Patient Safety/Risk Management * Review electronically reported events for inpatient units and procedural areas * Identify and assess potential risks and liabilities of reported events * Work with ...

Clinical Risk Manager

Highwood, IL · On-site

$42.54 - $65.94/hr

Patient Safety/Risk Management * Review electronically reported events for inpatient units and procedural areas * Identify and assess potential risks and liabilities of reported events * Work with ...

Clinical Risk Manager

Wilmette, IL · On-site

$42.54 - $65.94/hr

Patient Safety/Risk Management * Review electronically reported events for inpatient units and procedural areas * Identify and assess potential risks and liabilities of reported events * Work with ...

Clinical Risk Manager

Glenview, IL · On-site

$42.54 - $65.94/hr

Patient Safety/Risk Management * Review electronically reported events for inpatient units and procedural areas * Identify and assess potential risks and liabilities of reported events * Work with ...

This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and ... No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related ...

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How much do patient safety risk jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for patient safety risk in the United States is $103,058.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $133,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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What are the most commonly searched types of Patient Safety Risk jobs? The most popular types of Patient Safety Risk jobs are:
Infographic showing various Patient Safety Risk job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,058 per year, or $49.5 per hour.
Patient Safety & Risk Management Specialist- St. Charles County

Patient Safety & Risk Management Specialist- St. Charles County

BJC HealthCare

Saint Peters, MO • On-site

$63K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


BJC Healthcare rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 220 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

188th of 876 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Additional Information About the Role
Our Progress West and St. Peter's locations are looking for a Patient Safety & Risk Management Specialist.
This position plays a key role in advancing patient safety and risk management initiatives. The ideal candidate will partner with leaders to review incidents, conduct root cause analyses (RCAs), and help develop and implement effective action plans.
A high level of flexibility, professionalism, and strong communication skills is essential to effectively support teams and foster a culture of safety.
Monday-Friday, on-site position. Previous experience working in clinical roles is preferred.
Overview
BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.
BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.
BJC's patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
This position facilitates patient safety and clinical risk management within assigned HSO or facility and provides support and acts as a backup for a region or geographic area. Partners with system leaders to ensure execution of standardized patient safety and risk management workflows with use of standardized tools and processes, including active participation in interfacility patient safety and risk management activities.
Responsibilities
  • Focuses on root causes and preventable error to provide guidance, education and coordination of patient safety initiatives and clinical performance improvement, including the development, implementation and measurement for assigned projects using a data driven approach.
  • Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach in providing education, coaching, and assistance to team members and leaders with regard to improving patient safety, clinical quality improvement, and clinical risk management.
  • Performs tasks and duties associated with the clinical risk management program including risk identification, risk assessment, and risk mitigation. Also seeks ways to reduce the legal exposure of the organization and supports investigations, analysis and collection of documents for pending claims and litigation.
  • Acts as a subject matter expert and provides input and guidance on continual advancement of patient safety program and risk management.
  • BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree

Experience
  • 2-5 years

Preferred Requirements
Licenses & Certifications
  • CPHQ
  • CPPS

Benefits and Legal Statement
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At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
  • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
  • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
  • 401(k) plan with BJC match
  • Tuition Assistance available on first day
  • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
  • Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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About BJC Healthcare

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BJC Healthcare, situated in Saint Louis, MO, US, is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the United States. Launched in 1993, BJC encompasses 15 hospitals and multiple health service organizations covering the metropolitan St. Louis area, mid-Missouri and Southern Illinois. This healthcare titan's services cover a vast field, from community health and wellness, to pediatric care, to advanced specialty care. BJC is well-known for its two nationally recognized hospitals, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital, both affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine. Its mission revolves around improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through leadership, education, innovation, and excellence in medicine.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US