Risk and Compliance Manager

OrthoArizona•Phoenix, AZ

16h

About The Position

The Risk and Compliance Manager is responsible for managing OrthoArizona’s risk management, and compliance programs. This leadership role is critical for ensuring that the organization delivers high-quality services to our patients, while minimizing risks, improving operational processes, and maintaining compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards. The role will support and lead initiatives to monitor, assess, and improve quality management systems and risk management practices across the organization. The role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth understanding of risk assessment methodologies and quality assurance principles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Healthcare, or a related field
At least 6 years of experience in risk management/regulatory compliance
Experience in healthcare is preferred
Expertise in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent leadership and team management abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.
Ability to analyze complex data and present findings to senior leadership.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
Always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Proficiency with quality management software, data analysis tools, and MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong business acumen and a results-driven mindset.
High level of integrity and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Masters's degree in business administration or health care administration or equivalent experience.
Professional certifications such as Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP) or other relevant certifications are highly desirable
2 years of Acute Care Nursing Clinical Experience
4 years of management experience

Responsibilities

Lead the risk management framework, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all areas of operations.
Establish a risk management process for identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing risks, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement risk assessments, business continuity planning, and crisis management protocols.
Provide regular reports to executive leadership on risk exposure, status of mitigation efforts, and any emerging risks.
Foster a culture of proactive risk identification and management within all teams and departments.
Develop and execute strategies to improve organizational quality standards and reduce risk exposure.
Create and deliver regular reports on risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and compliance.
Ensure the organization’s quality and risk management practices comply with industry regulations, standards, and internal policies (e.g.,HIPAA, OSHA, etc.).
Stay updated on changes in relevant regulations and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Manage internal and external audits to verify compliance and ensure all corrective actions are properly addressed.
Serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies and maintain relationships with external auditors or certifying bodies.
Investigate incidents, customer complaints, and non-conformances to identify root causes Lead failure analysis and problem-solving initiatives using methodologies like root cause analysis, failure mode effects analysis
Evaluate guidelines for risk management and compliance
All other duties as assigned.