Healthcare Risk & Compliance Coordinator

Merit Health Wesley; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, MS seeks a Risk Management Coordinator to help implement and maintain the hospital's risk program. You will coordinate incident reporting, assist with risk assessments, and support regulatory compliance efforts to promote patient safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a related field, 2–4 years in risk management, and 1–3 years of clinical experience. This on-site role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, healthcare administration, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in risk management, quality assurance, or related field.
• 1-3 years of clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incident reporting and track resolutions.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and identify safety concerns.
• Prepare records and reports of risk management activities.
• Investigate incidents with staff to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives related to risk management.
• Assist in developing and updating risk management policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Risk management knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Google Suite proficiency

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace (G Suite)

Job description

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, MS seeks a Risk Management Coordinator to help implement and maintain the hospital's risk program. You will coordinate incident reporting, assist with risk assessments, and support regulatory compliance efforts to promote patient safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a related field, 2–4 years in risk management, and 1–3 years of clinical experience. This on-site role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative team environment.