Risk Manager

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Risk Management department seeks to hire a Risk Manager to lead investigations and coordinate risk mitigation across hospital and campus settings. The role requires a RN with five years of related experience and Alabama licensure, plus strong knowledge of risk management principles.

Responsibilities include conducting investigations, supporting departments with risk services, handling HIPAA-related requests, reviewing records for risk issues, and maintaining the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution with Alabama RN licensure and five years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of risk management concepts and practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk investigations (incidents, adverse events, complaints) and prepare reports for Risk Management.
• Assist with providing Risk Management services to hospital and clinical departments.
• Review and process legal requests to ensure HIPAA compliance and proper medical records release.
• Review medical records for potential risk issues.
• Maintain knowledge of the Shield reporting system for hospital and clinic incidents.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and produce detailed medical summaries.

Skills

Risk management

Nursing background

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Shield reporting system

Job description

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama, five years of directly related experience and current licensure with the state of Alabama as a registered nurse. Knowledge of risk management required.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Risk Management department is seeking to hire a Risk Manager.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

• Conducts various risk investigations, including incidents, adverse events and complaints; prepares reports on findings to Risk Management.
• Assists with providing Risk Management services to hospital and clinical departments.
• Reviews and processes legal requests to ensure HIPAA compliance and records prior to release.
• Reviews medical records and documentation for potential risk issues.
• Maintains working knowledge of the Shield reporting system for hospital and clinic incidents.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Researches and reports on patient issues; creates detailed medical summaries.
• Attends hospital, clinical, and/or campus meetings as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/18/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours

Working Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individualsfor staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Do you have current licensure with the state of Alabama as a Registered Nurse?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment OpportunityInvestigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

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