Director, Risk Management

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development across UHS

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

SoFi student loan refinancing

Job summary

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Director of Risk Management to oversee hospital-wide risk, loss prevention, and compliance programs in a 164-bed behavioral health facility in North Carolina.

The leader will coordinate with Regulatory and Quality teams, ensure Joint Commission and CMS standards are met, and mentor staff while advancing patient safety and organizational resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field; RN or Master’s preferred.
• Five years’ hospital risk management experience and three years’ management experience.
• Current RN license or licensed mental health professional; CPHQ may substitute license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hospital-wide risk management and loss prevention.
• Coordinate with Compliance and Quality Improvement on action plans.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS and other regulators.
• Model professional behavior and engage stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field

RN or Master’s degree

CPHQ certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Responsibilities

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health is seeking a talented and dynamic Director of Risk Management to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals!

At Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services, we are helping to create brighter, healthier futures for our patients and their families. We are the Piedmont Triad's only private psychiatric hospital meeting the chemical dependency illnesses and behavioral healthcare needs of those in our community.

Our 164-bed inpatient services for adolescents through senior adulthood offers comprehensive and individual assessments, psychiatric evaluation and medication stabilization, daily group therapy and personalized aftercare planning. We also offer a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program to ensure the continuum of care for our patients. Old Vineyard is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

We are passionate about our work and are looking for individuals who share in this passion. We are currently seeking a Director of Risk Management to join our talented and caring team. Our ideal candidate will possess strong multitasking skills, great communication skills with the ability to engage positively with patients, staff, families, providers, etc., must work well under pressure with several competing priorities and maintain professionalism at all times.

What does the Director, Risk Management do at Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services?

The Director of Risk Management oversees the hospital-wide risk management program with a broad responsibility to protect the hospital’s assets from loss. This role is responsible for coordinating the loss control efforts and advising management and administration on all potential sources of loss and for making recommendations to minimize or eliminate exposure. The Director of Risk Management acts as the hospital's Compliance Officer and coordinates with the Director of Quality & Performance Improvement on hospital-wide action plans and corrective actions. The structure and functions of the position are designed so as to comply with guidelines and standards of the Joint Commission, CMS, and other regulatory agencies. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in Old Vineyard’s Mission.

What do our employees value at Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services?

A supportive and engaging environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as the Director, Risk Management is providing support to those caring and comforting the patients and families we care for, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of professional peers and leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the behavioral healthcare field. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Director, Risk Management with Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services and our parent-company, Universal Health Services (UHS). We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.

Benefits for our Director, Risk Management include:

• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition Assistance (after 1-year of employment)

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field. RN or Master’s degree in healthcare-related field preferred. Training in healthcare compliance activities and healthcare safety/risk management preferred.

Experience: Five (5) years’ experience in risk management in a hospital setting. Three (3) years’ management experience. Experience must include knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards.

Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse License by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of North Carolina or a fully licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LCMHC, or LMFT). Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) in lieu of license.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the application of regulatory standards established by NC DHHS, The Joint Commission and CMS applicable to acute care hospitals.
• Able to work collaboratively, diplomatically, and with integrity in problem identification, project management, and problem solving activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ethical principles and compliance issues in a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Strong facilitation skills with proven ability in leading and facilitating teams to desired outcomes.
• Effective interpersonal skills necessary to cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and communicate, facilitate, and negotiate with a wide variety of healthcare personnel and external constituents.
• Demonstrated ability to manage by influence in a consultative role.
• Ability to work independently, exercise appropriate action and good business judgement.
• Demonstrates the ability to execute strategies based on hospital priorities.
• Ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups toward the accomplishment of organizational goals.
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, integrity and diplomacy.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with database systems.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

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