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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Clinical Risk Manager to join our healthcare team and lead the development, implementation, and oversight of risk management strategies within our clinical environment. The Clinical Risk Manager plays a critical role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure patient safety, regulatory compliance, and the overall quality of care. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The Clinical Risk Manager will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, analyzing incident reports, developing risk mitigation plans, and providing education and training to staff on best practices in risk management. Additionally, the role involves staying up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards, as well as leading investigations into adverse events and recommending corrective actions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of clinical processes, healthcare regulations, and risk management methodologies. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and communicating effectively with staff at all levels. The Clinical Risk Manager will also be expected to prepare and present reports to senior leadership, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and serve as a resource for risk-related questions and concerns. This is a vital position that directly impacts patient outcomes, organizational reputation, and compliance with industry standards. If you are passionate about patient safety and have a strong background in clinical risk management, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures
- Conduct investigations of adverse events and near misses
- Analyze incident reports and recommend corrective actions
- Provide education and training on risk management to staff
- Monitor compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient safety
- Prepare and present risk management reports to leadership
- Lead root cause analyses and quality improvement initiatives
- Serve as a resource for risk-related questions and concerns
Requirements
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- Certification in risk management (e.g., CPHRM) preferred
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical risk management
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Experience with incident reporting systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and risk management software
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in clinical risk management?
- How do you approach conducting a root cause analysis?
- Describe a time you implemented a successful risk mitigation strategy.
- How do you stay updated on healthcare regulations and standards?
- What methods do you use to educate staff about risk management?
- Can you provide an example of handling an adverse event investigation?
- How do you prioritize multiple risk management projects?
- What tools or software have you used for incident reporting?
- How do you foster a culture of safety within a clinical team?
- What challenges have you faced in risk management and how did you overcome them?
