Director, Quality & Risk Management
About The Position
Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Job Summary: Maintains responsibility for the direction and management of the department. Oversees the review of hospital and medical staff functions including assessing quality of patient care, evaluating use of resources, identity risk and safety factors for patients/visitors/staff and identity and assessing loss potential to the organization. Oversees Quality, Accreditation and Risk Management functions. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree
- Seven years' technical experience
- Five years' leadership experience
Responsibilities
- Directs the development of programs/processes related to Quality Management, Environmental & Employee Safety, Licensure & Accreditation and Performance Improvement.
- Establishes, maintains and implements policies/procedures for department operations.
- Communicates/educates staff regarding knowledge/information necessary to ensure Quality, Safety, Licensure/Accreditation.
- Risk Management / Liability Claims Liaison: Acts as Site Administrator for RADAR Claims Module (Potentially Compensable Event) and maintains legal case files.
- Serves as primary contact for defense counsel and corporate claims staff.
- Attends trial as site representative, coordinates litigation activities involving site interviews, depositions, witness preparation, etc.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
