The Director of Risk Management, Patient Safety & Patient Advocacy provides enterprise-wide leadership and strategic oversight for risk management, patient safety, event reporting, regulatory ...
The Director of Risk Management, Patient Safety & Patient Advocacy provides enterprise-wide leadership and strategic oversight for risk management, patient safety, event reporting, regulatory ...
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management
Irvine, CA · On-site
$138K/yr
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management Role Level: Individual Contributor Supervisor/Manager Title ... Promotes a culture of patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Required ...
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management
Irvine, CA · On-site
$138K/yr
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management Role Level: Individual Contributor Supervisor/Manager Title ... Promotes a culture of patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Required ...
The Director of Risk Management, Patient Safety & Patient Advocacy provides enterprise-wide leadership and strategic oversight for risk management, patient safety, event reporting, regulatory ...
The Director of Risk Management, Patient Safety & Patient Advocacy provides enterprise-wide leadership and strategic oversight for risk management, patient safety, event reporting, regulatory ...
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management Role Level: Individual Contributor Supervisor/Manager Title ... Promotes a culture of patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Required ...
Manager, Product Safety Risk Management Role Level: Individual Contributor Supervisor/Manager Title ... Promotes a culture of patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Required ...
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 ...
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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 ...
Risk & Patient Safety Manager
Cody, WY · On-site
$70 - $75/hr
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 ...
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Risk & Patient Safety Manager
Cody, WY · On-site
$70 - $75/hr
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 ...
Risk & Patient Safety Manager
Needham, MA · On-site
The Risk and Patient Safety Manager plans, coordinates and evaluates the institutional functions of risk management, coordinating all aspects of the institutional risk management program, including ...
Risk & Patient Safety Manager
Needham, MA · On-site
The Risk and Patient Safety Manager plans, coordinates and evaluates the institutional functions of risk management, coordinating all aspects of the institutional risk management program, including ...
Identifies patient safety/ risk issues either proactively or in response to event reports, collaborates with stakeholders to employ prevention and risk reduction strategies. * Demonstrates patient ...
Identifies patient safety/ risk issues either proactively or in response to event reports, collaborates with stakeholders to employ prevention and risk reduction strategies. * Demonstrates patient ...
The Patient Safety Consultant is responsible to assist the Patient Safety Manager in the development and implementation of patient safety/clinical risk initiatives throughout the enterprise to ...
The Patient Safety Consultant is responsible to assist the Patient Safety Manager in the development and implementation of patient safety/clinical risk initiatives throughout the enterprise to ...
Sr Safety Risk Specialist
Newton, MA · On-site
$79K - $115K/yr
This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and ... No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related ...
Sr Safety Risk Specialist
Newton, MA · On-site
$79K - $115K/yr
This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and ... No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related ...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 ...
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 ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
Patient Safety Specialist Job Code: 28292 Position Summary Reporting to the Patient Safety Risk Manager, supports the daily operations of patient safety and clinical risk management including ...
Patient Safety Specialist Job Code: 28292 Position Summary Reporting to the Patient Safety Risk Manager, supports the daily operations of patient safety and clinical risk management including ...
Sr Safety Risk Specialist
$79K - $115K/yr
This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and ... No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related ...
Sr Safety Risk Specialist
$79K - $115K/yr
This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and ... No Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
Participate in the hospital comprehensive patient safety program from trending data to provide analysis. * Reviews incidents and calls to compliance/risk reporting lines. * Conducts risk ...
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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?
| Aspect | Patient Safety Risk | Patient Safety Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | None specific, often involves understanding healthcare safety protocols | Typically requires certifications like Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) |
| Work Environment | Healthcare settings, hospitals, clinics | Healthcare settings, hospitals, clinics |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used to identify potential hazards or risks in patient care | Role 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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City Of Hope rating
8.4
Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
18th of 876 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
The Director of Risk Management, Patient Safety & Patient Advocacy provides enterprise-wide leadership and strategic oversight for risk management, patient safety, event reporting, regulatory compliance, and patient experience programs. This role partners with executive leadership, medical staff, and operational teams to advance a culture of safety, transparency, and continuous improvement across all care settings.
You will play a critical role in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating clinical and organizational risk while ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and organizational priorities.
As a successful candidate, you will:
Lead and execute enterprise-wide risk management and patient safety strategies aligned with organizational goals
Oversee patient safety programs, event reporting systems, and risk mitigation initiatives
Drive response to high-risk and sentinel events, including investigations and corrective actions
Partner with leadership to manage patient complaints, grievances, and experience improvement efforts
Facilitate root cause analyses (RCA) and performance improvement initiatives
Provide executive-level reporting on safety, risk trends, and quality outcomes
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and clinical leaders on liability and risk matters
Build and lead high-performing teams while fostering a culture of safety and accountability
Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and regulatory standards
Utilize data and analytics to proactively identify risks and drive continuous improvement
Your qualifications should include:
Master's degree in Nursing or related field (or BSN with advanced degree); experience may substitute in select cases
3-5 years of regulatory and patient safety experience
5 years of leadership or management experience
Acute care experience required; multi-site or health system experience preferred
Active California RN license required
Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (CDPH,CMS, Joint Commission, Title 22)
Proven ability to lead quality, risk, and performance improvement initiatives
Excellent communication, leadership, and data-driven decision-making skills
Preferred certifications: CPHRM, CPPS, or CPHQ
Additional Information:
Job Status: Full time, exempt
Salary range $ 136,715 - 228,314
City of Hope employees' pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
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City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hopes translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hopes specialized cancer expertise. City of Hope is ranked among the nations Best Hospitals in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
Industry
Hospitals
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Duarte, CA, US
Year founded
1913