Patient Safety Specialist

Methodist Health System; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Mansfield, TX is seeking a Patient Safety Specialist to assist the Manager of Patient Safety and Risk Management in coordinating the program toward the system's High Reliability goals. You will investigate and analyze patient safety events, trend data, and work to meet licensing and regulatory obligations while safeguarding patients, visitors, and staff.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Nursing or healthcare, Texas licensure, CPPS certification within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Nursing/Healthcare.
• Texas licensure to practice (if licensed).
• CPPS or equivalent certification within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, and trend patient safety events and data.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accrediting, and regulatory obligations.
• Protect patients, visitors, and organizational assets.

Skills

Investigation

Data analysis

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or related field

Job description

Hours of Work :

40

Days Of Week :

Monday-Friday

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Job Purpose

The Patient Safety Specialist assists the Manager of Patient Safety and Risk Management in the coordination of the Patient Safety and Risk Management program necessary to Methodist Health System (MHS) strategic goal of becoming a High Reliability Organization (HRO). Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• supporting a facility on a day-to-day basis through program coordination; investigating, analyzing, and trending patient safety events and data

• complying with licensing, accrediting, and regulatory obligations with the objectives of enhancing patient, visitor, and employee safety; and protecting the assets of the organization

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or related field.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• If licensed, must be able to practice in the state of Texas.
• Certified in Patient Safety (CPPS) or equivalent or obtained within 18 months of hire.

Work Experience:

• 2-3 years’ experience in Patient Safety, Quality, and/or Risk Management preferred

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported. Our culture of excellence has earned national recognition, including:

• Magnet designation for nursing excellence

• Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)

• Top 10 Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly Employer (2023)

With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.

Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters— and your career can grow.