What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk Manager I-MMCIP position at University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc?
Performs the investigation of adverse events, near misses, and potential claims and suits and actively participates in developing and implementing loss prevention methodologies and patient safety initiatives in certain designated areas or entities. This includes gathering and analyzing data and preparing reports as well as keeping the management informed about significant developments; and other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor’s degree or in clinical health care with Master’s preferred
* Three to five years nursing and/or other clinical experience required in special care units, ICU’s, ER, Shock Trauma, etc. Other clinical experience may be acceptable such as chronic or rehab care based on assigned areas or responsibility
* Previous experience in risk management, patient safety or quality assurance preferred
* Paralegal knowledge also an asset
