Clinical Risk Manager

Description

MaineHealth Corporate

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 38289

MaineHealth's system clinical risk manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks that could harm patients, care team members, or the organization. They will serve as a consultant to system Patient Safety and Risk team members and other stakeholders on clinical risk-related issues. They will analyze adverse events, near misses, and safety data to improve patient care and prevent future incidents. Ultimately, this person will reduce liability and enhance the overall quality and safety of healthcare delivery.

Who Are We:MaineHealthis a not-for-profit, integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America," and is committed to a mission ofproviding high-quality affordable care, educating tomorrow's caregivers, and researching better ways to provide care.MaineHealth includes a Level 1 trauma medical center, eight additional licensed hospitals, comprehensive pediatric care services, an extensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services as well as home health, hospice, and senior care services.With more than 2,000 employed providers and approximately 24,000 care team members, MaineHealthprovidespreventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire.

Summary:

Under the direction of the MaineHealth System Senior Director of Patient Safety and Risk Management, the MaineHealth Clinical Risk Manager is responsible for collaboratively leading and coordinating a system-wide clinical risk management program aimed at improving patient safety and reducing organizational risk. The Clinical Risk Manager will be responsible for providing direction and management support for MaineHealth's system-wide clinical risk management program, serving as a resource for safety- and risk-related training and coaching and supporting the system's Legal and Finance teams in matters related to malpractice litigation and potentially compensable events (PCEs). The incumbent will conduct system-wide risk assessments, identify potential gaps and recommend areas for improvement. In addition, the role will be responsible for conducting relevant trainings, coaching staff, providing expert advice and assisting the legal team in medical record review and document preparation for litigation, negotiation, and settlement. Performs all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects the MaineHealth Mission and Values in Action.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education:Bachelor's degree in a clinical field required; Master's degree Nursing, Public Health, Business, Business or Healthcare Administration, or enrolled in a masters level program strongly preferred.
• License/Certifications:Licensed in a clinical field. CPRHM certification or completion in one year from hire date,
• Experience:Minimum ten years experience in clinical field with 5 years in acute care setting required; minimum 5 years' experience in Risk Management.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required:Expert knowledge of risk management, just culture concepts, patient safety initiatives and quality management. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills required; negotiation and mediation skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to implement and make operational patient safety initiatives, innovative ideas and program. Content expert with demonstrated ability to implement mitigation strategies addressing unanticipated outcomes and potential for patient harm. Leads and motivates both reporting and non-reporting employees to accomplish organizational goals.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact amanda.oliveira@mainehealth.org