Director of Risk Management - Las Vegas, NV

VitalHire • Las Vegas, NV

13h • Onsite

About The Position

A respected acute care teaching hospital in Las Vegas is hiring a Director of Risk Management to lead its hospital-wide risk management and patient safety program. This high-visibility leadership position partners with physicians, clinical teams, and senior leaders to build a culture of safety and improve patient outcomes. The role is full-time and permanent/direct hire, with a listed salary range of $110,000–$161,000 per year. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of healthcare risk management experience.
• Management experience is required for this director-level role.
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Skill with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and hospital information systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Acute care hospital experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• CPHRM (Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management) certification.
• Lean or Six Sigma experience and statistical or data analysis skills.
• Experience as a current or former hospital Director of Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hospital-wide risk management and patient safety program, including incident reporting, claims management, and review of patient safety events.
• Conduct root cause analyses (RCA), failure mode and effects analyses (FMEA), and other quality improvement work, and translate findings into action plans.
• Maintain readiness for surveys and compliance with Joint Commission standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, state regulations, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leaders, and clinical teams on proactive risk reduction and quality improvement.
• Analyze risk and safety data, identify trends, and provide leadership with clear reports and recommendations.
• Serve as a calm, professional point of contact for patients, families, and the public on risk matters.
• Travel occasionally as needed.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Generous paid time off, with an option to waive PTO for higher pay.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan refinancing program.
• Life, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness programs.
• Adoption and fertility assistance.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Referral bonuses.
• Career growth paths.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Interview travel reimbursed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director