System Director, Patient Safety & Risk Management
About The Position
The System Director of Patient Safety and Risk Management reports to the System Vice President, Patient Safety and Quality and provides strategic and operational leadership for Main Line Health’s integrated patient safety and risk management programs. The director advances a high‑reliability, fair and just culture by guiding systemwide efforts in patient safety, risk prevention, and event mitigation. This leader oversees the assessment, development, coordination, and continuous improvement of patient safety and risk management functions across the system, ensuring reliable clinical outcomes, proactive identification and analysis of risk, and implementation of effective risk reduction strategies. The role also champions psychological safety for staff and providers, fostering an environment where learning, transparency, and accountability support safer care and reduced harm.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership/management role in a healthcare environment
- At least 3 years of experience in a quality, pt. safety and/or risk management role
- 3 years of experience in regulatory affairs or related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in risk management-related policies, procedures and practices especially as related to healthcare industry.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare-related field.
- Master's degree required
Nice To Haves
- Current certification in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or Patient Safety (CPPS) preferred
- Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or related discipline preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides strategic and operational leadership for Main Line Health’s integrated patient safety and risk management programs.
- Advances a high‑reliability, fair and just culture by guiding systemwide efforts in patient safety, risk prevention, and event mitigation.
- Oversees the assessment, development, coordination, and continuous improvement of patient safety and risk management functions across the system.
- Ensures reliable clinical outcomes, proactive identification and analysis of risk, and implementation of effective risk reduction strategies.
- Champions psychological safety for staff and providers, fostering an environment where learning, transparency, and accountability support safer care and reduced harm.
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $6,000 per year based upon Full or Part Time status)
- Flexible PTO program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
