Responsibilities The Risk Manager has broad responsibility to protect the hospital's assets from loss. The Risk Manager is responsible for coordinating the loss control efforts and advising management and administration on all potential sources of loss and for making recommendations to minimize or eliminate exposure. The structure and functions of the Risk Management Program are designed to comply with guidelines and standards of TJC, other regulatory agencies, and the UHS T.E.R.M. Program.
This opportunity offers the following: - Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
Qualifications Qualification- Bachelor's Degree required, BSN preferred
- MS in nursing or master's degree in related field preferred
- 5 years of professional experience that demonstrates a progressive leadership background
Skills- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities
- Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information
- Possesses critical thinking skills
- Possesses ability to identify and analyze problems collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Possess knowledge of risk identification and prevention techniques.
- Effective administrative and management skills.
- Proficient with Root Cause Analysis methodology
- Knowledge of health-care facility operations, functions, and staffing requirements.
- Knowledge of medical/professional staff by-laws and governing board issues.
- Knowledge of insurance and loss control theory and practice in a health-care environment
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles and procedures for the investigation and processing of professional liability/ medical malpractice claims
