What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Risk Mgmt & Patient Safety position at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children?
Job Summary
The Manager of Risk and Patient Safety is responsible for effectively directing the Risk Management and Patient Safety programs for the hospital and its associated entities. As the leader of the Risk Management program, the Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for loss prevention; risk identification, analysis and follow up; and management of general and health care professional liability claims. As the leader of the Patient Safety program, the Manager promotes a culture of safety and high reliability by leading patient safety improvement initiatives. In this role, the Manager oversees all safety event reports and associated investigations, analyses, action plans, and follow-up in accordance with regulatory requirements and patient safety principles. The Manager works collaboratively with the Director of Quality and Safety, administrators, directors, managers, providers, and staff members to develop effective strategies that improve patient safety and mitigate risk.
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Qualifications
Education Requirements
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
About The Organization
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour
The Manager of Risk and Patient Safety is responsible for effectively directing the Risk Management and Patient Safety programs for the hospital and its associated entities. As the leader of the Risk Management program, the Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies for loss prevention; risk identification, analysis and follow up; and management of general and health care professional liability claims. As the leader of the Patient Safety program, the Manager promotes a culture of safety and high reliability by leading patient safety improvement initiatives. In this role, the Manager oversees all safety event reports and associated investigations, analyses, action plans, and follow-up in accordance with regulatory requirements and patient safety principles. The Manager works collaboratively with the Director of Quality and Safety, administrators, directors, managers, providers, and staff members to develop effective strategies that improve patient safety and mitigate risk.
#STC
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- 4 year/Bachelor's Degree
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Risk management healthcare experience required
- Active Registered Nurse License preferred
- Accountable for maintaining workplace safety
- Analytical Skills
- Change Management
- Collaborative Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Epic Proficiency
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- General Clerical Skills
- Good Reasoning Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Multitasking
- Negotiation Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Prepare & Give Presentations
- Problem Solving Skills
- Project Management Skills
- Service Orientation
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Team Player
About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
About The Organization
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour
