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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc

NY · On-site

Overview We are currently looking to fill a Quality Compliance Specialist (Quality Risk Management) position. This position is responsible for supporting Regeneron's Internal Drug Product ...

Scorpion Therapeutics

NY · On-site

Quality Compliance Specialist (Quality Risk Management)Responsibilities: * Support Internal Drug Product Manufacturing operations using quality risk management (QRM). * Facilitate quality risk ...

Valley Metro, AZ

Risk Management Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$29.96 - $44.94/hr

The Risk Management Specialist completes a variety of tasks and projects to identify and address operational effectiveness in support of Valley Metro's claim and risk management program. Reporting to ...

Valley Metro

Risk Management Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$29.96 - $44.94/hr

The Risk Management Specialist completes a variety of tasks and projects to identify and address operational effectiveness in support of Valley Metro's claim and risk management program. Reporting to ...

KBR, Inc.

Risk Management Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Risk Management Specialist We are KBR At KBR, we partner with clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive science, technology and engineering solutions to governments as well as the top tier ...

KBR

Risk Management Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Risk Management Specialist We are KBR At KBR, we partner with clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive science, technology and engineering solutions to governments as well as the top tier ...

University of Toledo

Risk Management Specialist Apply now Job no: 501423 Work type: Staff - Full-Time Location: Main Campus - Administration Toledo, OH Categories: Administration, Full-Time, None, Academic ...

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What is the difference between Quality Risk Management Specialist vs Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectQuality Risk Management SpecialistQuality Assurance Specialist
CertificationsISO 31000, RAC, CQRMASQ CQE, CQA, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
Work EnvironmentRegulated industries like pharma, biotech, medical devicesManufacturing, production, and process validation
Primary FocusIdentifying, assessing, and mitigating risksEnsuring product quality through audits and compliance

The main difference is that a Quality Risk Management Specialist focuses on risk assessment and mitigation strategies, while a Quality Assurance Specialist concentrates on maintaining product quality and compliance through audits and process controls. Both roles are essential in regulated industries but serve distinct functions within quality management systems.

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Risk Management Specialist

Kansas City, KS

The University of Kansas Health System
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
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Risk Management SpecialistDays - Full TimeUKH Olathe Pavilion Main CampusPosition Summary / Career Interest:The Risk Management Specialist oversees the event management system for the Health System-Kansas City Division. Participate in the development, implementation, and education of event management policies. Serve as a primary contact for managing events in the event management system. Assists leaders and staff in their navigation of the event management system. This position is also responsible for ensuring event management data is available to leaders to assist in reducing risk and quality improvement activities. As a member of the clinical risk management team, the risk management specialist is engaged in day-to-day risk management operations, including risk mitigation, investigations, and responding to safety events. The Risk Management Specialist is a member of the Clinical Risk Management department.Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
  • Participate in day-to-day risk management operations, including risk mitigation, investigations, and responding to safety events.
  • Monitor the event reporting system for safety trends.
  • Work closely with risk managers to ensure timely unit and department leader response to event reports and timely standard of care assignments.
  • Ensure event management data is available to leaders to assist in reducing risk and quality improvement activities.
  • Provide root cause analysis support to risk managers.
  • Inform the clinical risk management team and health system leadership when high risk trends are identified.
  • Prepare weekly event data analysis reports, run requested reports, and monitor event management system activity.
  • Participate in the development, implementation, and education of event management policies and ensure seamless use of the event reporting system.
  • Communicate timely with claims and insurance team when potentially compensable events are identified.
  • Performs special projects that involve data gathering, analysis, preparation of reports, development of recommendations and presentations.
  • Recommend educational opportunities based on event reporting trends.
  • Collaborates effectively with team members and other disciplines.
  • Able to skillfully communicate and partner with others via email, telephone and in person.
  • Uses time efficiently and effectively. Able to develop and meet project time frames.
  • Ability to work effectively from home and onsite.
  • Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
  • These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience
  • Licensed Practical Nurse OR
  • Associate Degree Nursing OR
  • Bachelors Degree in Health Care Administration OR
  • Paralegal
  • 3 or more years of experience in risk management, paralegal services, claims settlement work or clinical bedside/acute care.

Required Language Skills
  • English - Literacy requirements (read, write and speak English)

Knowledge Requirements
  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Must have strong knowledge base of report writing.
  • Experience with online database management.
  • Travel to off-site health system locations throughout the state of Kansas and Missouri.
Time Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-56338Important information for you to know as you apply:

  • The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

  • The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

  • Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Operating within the healthcare industry, The University of Kansas Health System is a renowned medical institution located in Kansas City, KS, United States. Established in 1905, this not-for-profit health system has evolved to offer an extensive range of products and services, which spans across a variety of specialist areas such as cancer care, neurology, cardiology, and organ transplants, among others. The core mission of The University of Kansas Health System is to enhance the health and wellness of individuals and communities by providing world-class healthcare services, quality education and conducting advanced research. They are also known for their unwavering commitment to academic medicine, which sets them apart from their peers.

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