DIR - RISK MANAGEMENT

Universal Health Services; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Compassinterventioncenter is seeking a qualified individual to oversee risk management programs, reporting directly to the CEO. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related fields and at least two years of Risk Management experience.

Key responsibilities include managing incident reporting, analyzing risk reports, and fostering risk reduction initiatives. Excellent communication skills and hospital operations knowledge are essential. The position offers a challenging environment with growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or mental health program.
• Two years of Risk Management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of high-risk areas in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee UHS Risk Management TERM Program.
• Manage incident reporting and analyze risk reports.
• Facilitate risk determination and follow-ups.

Skills

Hospital operations knowledge

Risk identification and assessment

Claims management

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Education

Bachelor Degree in Nursing or Mental Health/Social Work

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the UHS Risk Management TERM Program.
• Reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and coordinates with the Corporate Risk Manager.
• Manages incident reporting through the Incident Reporting system and the MIDAS database.
• Collects, screens, and analyzes all risk-related reports to identify actual and potential risk situations.
• Facilitates determination of causative factors and refers occurrences for appropriate follow‑up, including Level III/IV events to the Peer Review Committee.
• Performs risk surveys and inspects patient care areas in conjunction with the hospital’s safety program.
• Reviews facility, equipment, and product reports to assess loss potential and determine response actions.
• Participates in committees and education initiatives to promote risk reduction.
• Manages claims and loss control activities, including contract preparation and claims management.

Additional Areas of Responsibility

• Risk Reduction
• Contract Preparation
• Claims Management
• Loss Control and Prevention
• Committee Participation
• Employee/Physician Education
• Reporting, Report Preparation and Submission
• Medical Staff
• Professional Growth and Development

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or other mental health related program. Bachelor Degree required.

Experience: Clinical experience in a psychiatric inpatient facility and knowledge of high‑risk areas preferred. Two years of Risk Management experience.

Certification: Licensed Nurse or Bachelor degree in Mental Health/Social Work.

Skills: Knowledge of hospital operations, risk identification, assessment, and reduction, claims management; excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stoop, kneel, sit, stand, crouch, reach, grasp, walk, push, pull, lift and move throughout the hospital to accomplish tasks. Ability to perform repetitive motions and maintain communication under stressful conditions. Computer proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.