Senior Director, Clinical Risk & Patient Safety

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA seeks an experienced clinical risk management leader to oversee quality improvement, patient safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance across regions. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic program development.

Responsibilities include directing risk management efforts, leading audits, and communicating with senior leadership to ensure standards for safety and care quality are met in a complex

Qualifications

• RN preferred with clinical risk management knowledge.
• Experience leading quality improvement programs in healthcare.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct risk management initiatives across departments.
• Lead investigations, audits, and corrective action planning.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to improve safety.
• Develop education and training programs for staff on risk and safety.
• Communicate findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Risk management

Patient safety

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

RN preferred

Tools

Regulatory databases

Quality dashboards

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA seeks an experienced clinical risk management leader to oversee quality improvement, patient safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance across regions. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic program development.

Responsibilities include directing risk management efforts, leading audits, and communicating with senior leadership to ensure standards for safety and care quality are met in a complex