What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk Manager / Risk Management / Full Time / Day position at Northwest Texas Healthcare System?
A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.
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Position: Risk Manager
Position Summary:
The Risk Manager is responsible for the ongoing, effective operation of Risk Management activities in the acute care facility, behavioral health unit and off-site clinics. Such responsibilities include incorporation of the Corporate Risk Management TERM program into the overall functioning of Acute Care, BH and Clinics. The Risk Manager supports an organizational culture of Safety and Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer groups.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Demonstrates leadership and participation in the provision of departmental reports and patient safety initiatives. This includes reporting to various risk reduction teams, Medical Staff Office, and Corporate Risk. Responds to department needs with the ability to prioritize and direct departmental processes and activities. Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills in preparing claim files on potential and actual claims. Demonstrates appropriate leadership skills in planning, organizing, and coordinating risk activities in relation to the UHS and NWTHS mission, vision, strategic goals, and values, and in accordance with The Joint Commission leadership standards.
WHAT DO OUR CURRENT NURSES VALUE AT NWTHS?
An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or other Healthcare related field. Minimum of 2 years of college required. Relevant work experience may be substituted for each year of required education.- Minimum 5 years clinical experience.
- Experience in Healthcare Risk Management or Quality preferred
- Interview skills and experience in incident investigation.
- Demonstrates high level of organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications.
- Ability to perform statistical analysis on data collected via risk management reporting.
DISCLAIMER
Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.
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