Patient Safety Coordinator

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a patient safety consultant responsible for promoting safe patient care processes. This role requires collaboration, analysis of safety data, and educating staff about safety protocols. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare-related field and prior clinical experience.

Benefits

PPO medical plan at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

Paid Time Off available day one

Retirement Programs through Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in a clinical role.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and follows up on Safety Events with emphasis on process improvement.
• Educates staff and stakeholders on patient safety protocols.
• Monitors Safety Event data for trends and accuracy.

Skills

Collaboration

Safety Event Management

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a health care-related field

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Works with moderate supervision to promote safe patient care processes and appropriate response to medical errors and adverse events across the Health System.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education

Bachelor's Degree in a health care-related field

• Experience

5 years of related experience in a clinical role

Preferred

• Licenses and Certifications

(RN) REGISTERED NURSE Upon Hire

JOB DUTIES

• Reviews and follows up on Safety Events with a focus on system and process improvement.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence of adverse events.
• Ensures accuracy of data within the Event Reporting system.
• Monitors and analyzes Safety Event data for clusters and trends.
• Educates staff and leaders about patient safety, including navigation of the Event Reporting system.
• Serves as a patient safety consultant to all areas of influence.
• With moderate guidance, communicates effectively with external audiences, including presentation to leadership groups and committees.
• With moderate supervision, participates in and may lead improvement efforts, e.g., RCAs and Action Plans.
• Develops self through self-study, training, and educational opportunities, seeking guidance from others when needed.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams or activities.
• Assists with planning, management, and monitoring of assigned projects.
• Actively participates in and assists in leading meetings and committees, as assigned.
• Supports the achievement of department goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.