RISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

ANTHONY L JORDAN HEALTH CORPORATION; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Rochester, NY is seeking a Risk Management Specialist. This role involves managing risk, ensuring patient and staff safety, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Health Care Sciences and have experience in risk management or compliance.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403b retirement plan

Professional Development allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting with risk management responsibilities.
• In-depth understanding of clinical risk analysis and mitigation.
• Familiarity with HRSA, HIPPA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage risk identification and incident management processes.
• Lead proactive risk reduction and claims prevention initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state healthcare regulations.

Skills

Risk identification

Risk analysis

Mitigation strategies

Healthcare regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Sciences

Job description

Description

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y.

Jordan Health is now seeking a Risk Management Specialist who, under the guidance of the Chief Compliance & Risk Officer, is primarily responsible for managing the complex and multifaceted nature of risk within the Jordan Health Centers, by centralizing oversight and coordination of risk management activities. Support patient and staff safety by leading the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risk. Provides expertise, guidance, and support to ensure that proactive measures are in place to safeguard both patient and staff, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our Risk Management Specialist opportunity.

Requirements

The Risk Management Specialist will ensure:

· Risk identification and incident management

· Proactive risk reduction and claims prevention

· To manage and encourage ongoing education of Jordan Health staff

· Jordan Health is I full compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and standards

Education And Experience Required:

· Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Sciences i.e. Healthcare Administration, Nursing (BSN), Public Health or Business Administration.

· Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting, with responsibilities involving risk management, patient safety, quality improvement or compliance and regulatory affairs.

Licenses And Certifications:

· None Required.

Special Skills, Knowledge Required:

· In-depth understanding of risk identification, analysis, mitigation, and reporting, specifically within clinical environments.

· Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards, including HRSA, FTCA, HIPPA, OSHA, CMS, and The Joint Commission.

· Knowledgeable in managing adverse events, near-misses, and unsafe conditions.

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance.

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.