Clinical Risk Manager - Consultant

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis, IN, seeks Clinical Risk Manager - Consultant to lead risk management and patient safety initiatives. The role oversees review of risk events, adverse events, and sentinel events, analyzes incident data, and develops strategies to improve safety and risk mitigation.

This position supports insurance-related risk activities, collaborates across clinical teams, ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards and state regulations, and provides education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field required; Nursing preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Certification in healthcare risk management (CPHRM) required within 4 years of hire.
• 7-10 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to healthcare.
• Mastery of Joint Commission standards and State Board of Health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the review of risk events, adverse events, and sentinel events.
• Analyze incident report data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve safety and risk mitigation.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary efforts to identify patient safety improvements.
• Participate in insurance-related risk management activities, including claims mitigation.
• Provide leadership in responding to serious patient safety events.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and regulations.
• Support education and training initiatives related to patient safety and risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Patient safety

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Incident review

Insurance risk

Education & training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in health-related field

Master’s Degree

CPHRM certification

Job description

Overview

Location: Methodist Hospital

Position: Clinical Risk Manager - Consultant

Shift: Monday – Friday, day shift with the expectation of on‑call rotation approx. 3 times per year

IU Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the #1 ranked healthcare provider in the state. We are seeking a dedicated professional to provide clinical risk leadership, expertise, and service to facilitate the management of the overall operation, tactics, and strategy of clinical risk management and patient safety processes.

Position Overview

The Clinical Risk Manager - Consultant provides clinical risk leadership, expertise, and service to support the organization’s risk management and patient safety initiatives. They oversee and coordinate the review of reported risk events, patient adverse events, and sentinel events. The role involves managing ongoing analysis, development, and implementation of methods and systems to improve safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of clinical risk management functions. The Risk Manager analyzes incident report data, identifies organizational process improvement needs, and facilitates interdisciplinary efforts to enhance patient safety. They participate in insurance‑related risk activities, including claims mitigation, and assume leadership in response to serious patient events.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the review of risk events, adverse events, and sentinel events.
• Analyze incident report data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies, methods, and systems to improve safety and risk mitigation.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary efforts to identify and implement patient safety improvements.
• Participate in insurance‑related risk management activities, including claims mitigation.
• Provide leadership and guidance in responding to serious patient safety events.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, State Board of Health requirements, and relevant federal and state laws.
• Support ongoing education and training initiatives related to patient safety and risk management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certification:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a health‑related field required; Nursing preferred.
  • Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Licensure & Certifications:
  • Certification in healthcare risk management (CPHRM) required within 4 years of hire.
• Experience & Skills:
  • 7-10 years of relevant clinical experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience; quality or safety experience is a plus; leadership experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws related to healthcare.
  • Demonstrated mastery of Joint Commission standards and State Board of Health requirements related to patient safety and sentinel events.

Why Join IU Health?

• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
• Supportive work environment committed to safety and excellence

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.