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Kern Medical Center is a 222 bed acute care teaching hospital. The Medical Center serves a community of approximately 650,000, and the hospital is owned and operated by the County of Kern.

Under general direction designs, coordinates and maintains a risk management program including administration of the risk management program on a day-to-day basis, coordination of insurance coverage and risk financing of the hospital and activities leading to the efficient management, resolution and minimizing various professional and general liability claims made against Kern Medical Center. The office of the County Counsel or private counsel, as required, shall provide technical and legal advice relating to specific issues.Distinguishing Characteristics:This classification is responsible for the overall management, monitoring and resolution of a variety of claims and complaints filed against Kern Medical Center. Incumbents perform tasks with an emphasis on compliance with Joint Commission risk management standards, such as Environment of Care, and conformance with the requirements of other regulatory bodies. The incumbents may personally conduct and direct investigations and may employ outside resources, with management’s approval, to accomplish tasks in the assigned area of responsibility.Essential Functions:• Manages, coordinates and maintains Kern Medical Center’s investigations andresponses to claims received ; reviews occurrence reports and adheres to thehospital’s Risk Management Policy and Procedures• Analyzes and takes corrective and preventive measures relating to the frequencyand severity of injuries and/or loss to patients, hospital visitors and staff; identifiespotential exposure related to patient care and general safety throughout the hospitaland satellite locations• Implements a comprehensive system of accident reports which comply with OSHArequirements, identifies behavior patterns and sites associated with accidents andidentifies physical and environmental conditions associated with accidents• Evaluates complaints and claims and formulates appropriate response andinvestigative strategies; interviews witnesses, claimants and others to gatherinformation and evidence; obtains and coordinates the activities of investigators,counsel and other support personnel as needed• Obtains and analyzes medical records, pertinent laws, rules and regulations andapplies them to cases and investigations; appears in hearings as departmentalrepresentative as required• Determines types of data to be collected in order to assess risks to the hospital;compiles data utilizing established formats; recommends to hospital managementperformance improvement activities based on data analysis• Initiates and participates in risk management education, training and risk preventionthrough employee health programs, orientation, and patient satisfaction surveys;• Minimizes and transfers risk through regular evaluations of insurance needs,requirements of malpractice for physicians, other clinical professionals and alliedhealth care professionalsEmployment Standards:An Associates of Arts degree in Nursing from an accredited college and currentlicensure by the State of California as a Registered Nurse and three (3) years health care quality assurance, medical malpractice or general claims resolution experience.ORA Bachelors degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university and current licensure by the State of California as a Registered Nurse and one (1) year health care quality assurance, medical malpractice or general claims resolutions experience.Knowledge of: the principles and practices of risk management and investigative techniques; accident prevention and loss techniques; medical and insurance terminology used in the legal field regarding industrial cases; clerical and record keeping procedures; office methods and procedures; proper English usage and grammar.Ability to: analyze and interpret laws, ordinances and regulations; accumulate and analyze data; prepare clear, concise comprehensive reports and recommendations; introduce and carry out accident prevention programs; ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels; communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow oral and written instructions; initiate, plan, and complete work assignments with a minimum of direction and control.

21st Century Oncology is a leading developer and operator of radiation therapy centers, medical oncology, and multi-specialty practices throughout the US. Our centers, which are freestanding and hospital based, provide a full spectrum of radiation therapy services and medical oncology treatment to cancer patients, and multi specialty care to patients in the areas of Urology, Gynecology and medical specialties. We are growing and need highly qualified candidates to join our team.We are currently searching for a HIPAA Compliance Manager to join our compliance team in Fort Myers, FL. The HIPAA Compliance Manager oversees all ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, as well as maintenance and adherence to the policies and procedures covering the security of 21st Century data. He/she will also ensure that information and equipment is in compliance with federal and state laws, accreditation standards, and information privacy practices of 21st Century Oncology.Requirements: Bachelor´s Degree in Healthcare Administration or equivalentKnowledge of healthcare compliance, laws and standard 3+ years experience in healthcare setting required. Experience as a HIPAA Privacy Officer highly preferred.Excellent organizational skills; detail oriented with the ability to exercise initiative, use sound judgment and employ effective problem solving techniques in the decision making processSelf-starter with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentComputer skills Microsoft Office and Internet experience.Ability to travel, as necessary, up to 50%

Be MovedTo a Career with a Central Florida Healthcare Leader

At Orlando Health, you can develop the healthcare career that is right for your individual goals. As a family of specialty and community hospitals, each has its own character, a natural extension of the specialized services offered. It is our mission that unifies us to offer superior service and provide quality healthcare to the people of Central Florida. We are currently hiring for the following position:Risk Manager - Prevention Responsible for risk management activities at an assigned facility. Administer the risk management plan on a day-to-day basis, managing and analyzing risk management data, conducting risk management education programs, complying with the risk management related standards by Joint Commission and other accrediting and regulatory agencies with the objective of enhancing patient safety, promoting patient safety, quality care and minimizing loss to protect the assets of the organization.Candidates must have 5 years of clinical or medical legal experience to include 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity and 2 years of risk management experience as a Risk Manager in Prevention. A Bachelors degree in healthcare or a closely related field, or equivalent years of related experience may be substituted on a 2-for-1 basis. The Healthcare Risk Manager must obtain a license within 1 year of employment. Advanced PC literacy required.

Enhances the quality of resident care by preventing and/or decreasing the frequency and severity of undesirable or adverse resident care occurrences. Coordinates and directs all risk management functions. Recommends and develops facility policies and procedures that are congruent with the facility Mission and Vision statements. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, psychology, or other related field. Training and Experience: At least 4 years experience in the human services field and 2 years experience as Risk Manager/Quality Improvement Manager. Must demonstrated leadership ability and skills in writing reports and working with statistical data. Knowledge Required: Ability to analyze and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Elementary use of computer spreadsheet programs. Ability to interpret statistical data and to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Requirements 1. Chairperson of the Client Rights Committee for the facility. 2. Participates as key member of the safety committee. 3. Participates as a key member of the code response team. 4. Ensures the staff knows and understands the ten elements of Risk Management referred to as the TERM Program 5. Investigates all unusual incidents involving residents or staff. 6. Coordinates and responds to all resident grievances, insuring resident satisfaction. 7. Oversees the risk management activities by designing and implementing a system for collection and analyzing data. 8. Collaborates with other departments to ensure quality of care is delivered in a manner that is congruent with the Mission and Vision of the facility. 9. Responsible for Performance Improvement, coordinates and directs the Performance Improvement function through the Performance Improvement Committee. This function involves identifying problem areas, developing committees to work on the identified areas, and follow-up of proposed solutions. 10. Responsible for Quality Assurance in the hospital through the risk management and performance improvement processes. 11. Collects and analyzes data from Satisfaction Surveys and reports the data to the Performance Improvement Committee through the Performance Improvement function. 12. Compares facility performance with similar facilities within the company and utilizes these other facilities as a resource for ideas. 13. Maintains current knowledge of regulatory contracts. Prepares reports and presents in Governing Board. 14. Maintains current knowledge of JCAHO, DFS, LME and any other state/national regulatory requirements. 15. Integrates the findings of all risk management activities, as appropriate, with the clinical services program where there are opportunities to improve the quality of resident care.

Department administrator. Establishes and enforces policies, procedures, standards and objectives. Directs and supervises staff as well as workflow. Position has budgetary or fiscal accountability.

Department administrator. Establishes and enforces policies, procedures, standards and objectives. Directs and supervises staff as well as workflow. Position has budgetary or fiscal accountability. Assists in the development, coordination and monitoring of the activities of the Quality Management Program which encompasses all areas of potential liability exposure to the Hospital including aspects of patient care which impact upon the quality of services delivered and the exposure to risk generated. Investigates and evaluates the potential professional liability occurrences and claims. Position is responsible for approving timekeeping, employee evaluation, meeting applicable regulatory standards, approving supply orders and department strategic planning.MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management or related field, or equivalent minimum experience requirements. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Five years experience in Risk Management or Quality Improvement activities with three years supervisory experience required.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Five years clinical experience in a hospital setting.REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Current Registered Nurse license.

Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decision-making ability in high-pressure situations. Plan, implements, coordinates and assesses the healthcare facility safety program. Develops and manages all safety aspects of the healthcare facility as well as outpatient centers including employee transportation, parking and security. Periodically conducts building and property reviews to detect code violations, hazards, and improper work practices and procedures. Assures compliance with policies of reporting service groups, strives to maintain and improve customer satisfaction and employee satisfaction. Monitors and manages hospital wide functions of Emergency Preparedness, Hazardous Materials, OSHA compliance, Safety and Security Management. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in management in a healthcare environment and Public Safety or Institutional Safety with an emphasis on prevention. Certified Safety Professional certification preferred. Technical or Associates degree required. Working knowledge of current laws and safety codes, including NFPA and JCAHO Environment of Care Standards is required. Working Knowledge of Emergency Preparedness, Hazardous Materials, OSHA compliance, Safety and Security Management is required. Capable Lifting more than 75 lbs. at any one time at any level.

The Medical Center of Arlington (MCA) is the JCAHO-accredited full service, acute care hospital in South Arlington where you can expect something special.

Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decision-making ability in high-pressure situations. Plan, implements, coordinates and assesses the healthcare facility safety program. Develops and manages all safety aspects of the healthcare facility as well as outpatient centers including employee transportation, parking and security. Periodically conducts building and property reviews to detect code violations, hazards, and improper work practices and procedures. Assures compliance with policies of reporting service groups, strives to maintain and improve customer satisfaction and employee satisfaction. Monitors and manages hospital wide functions of Emergency Preparedness, Hazardous Materials, OSHA compliance, Safety and Security Management. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in management in a healthcare environment and Public Safety or Institutional Safety with an emphasis on prevention. Certified Safety Professional certification preferred. Technical or Associates degree required. Working knowledge of current laws and safety codes, including NFPA and JCAHO Environment of Care Standards is required. Working Knowledge of Emergency Preparedness, Hazardous Materials, OSHA compliance, Safety and Security Management is required. Capable Lifting more than 75 lbs. at any one time at any level.

Our thriving and comprehensive 94-acre campus with a 175-bed hospital, ten medical office buildings and a surgery center, serves the western communities of Palm Beach County. Within our walls, you will find not only respect, compassion, warmth and concern, but outstanding quality care in each and every procedure and practice that occurs. We currently have an opportunity for a full-time Risk Manager who will be responsible for performing risk management activities including identifying, investigating, analyzing and evaluating risks and selecting the most advantageous methods of correcting, reducing and eliminating these risks.Qualified Candidates must possess:• Bachelor’s Degree (healthcare related preferred)• Master’s Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration or Health Services Administration preferred • Certification in Healthcare Risk Management• A minimum of five years health care experience; clinical experience preferred • A minimum of two years clinical risk management experience preferred• Supervisory and/or management experiencePalms West Hospital provides all the benefits you´ll find elsewhere - insurance, vacation, financial programs and educational opportunities. But it´s our location and size that you´ll really love. Here, you can live close to where you work and receive a personal, yet comprehensive, orientation with all the resources you need.

Payson Regional Medical Center

Location: Payson, Arizona 95 miles North on Highway 87 in the cool pines of Arizona! The Director of Risk Management is responsible for the implementation and oversight of the facility Patient Safety Plan. The Director will also be the facility Patient Safety Officer. The Director will coordinate and facilitate clinical risk management activities to prevent and/or minimize losses associated with identifiable risks, and to minimize and prevent claims of general and professional liability against the hospital. Clinical risk management activities also include oversight of automobile claims, and property claims. The Director will provide leadership to maintain National Patient Safety Goal compliance for the facility.Qualifications Education:• Bachelors degree in nursing preferredCertifications/Licenses:• Graduate degree in Nursing or healthcare related field preferred• Risk Management certification preferred• Current license as a registered professional nurse required• Current certification in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferredExperience:• Minimum of 2 years preferred experience in clinical risk management• At least 3 years of management/leadership experience preferred• Requires good interpersonal skills and strong leadership abilities• Must possess knowledge of Regulatory and Legal requirements

Kendall Regional Medical CenterRegistered Nurse - Risk Management CoordinatorIsn´t it time you were offered a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package that complements your lifestyle? Join the team at Kendall Regional Medical Center. You´ll quickly discover why we were named one of America´s ´100 Top Hospitals´ by Thomson Healthcare.We´re proud that our facility has grown alongside the community it serves. Today, Kendall Regional Medical Center is a comprehensive care hospital specializing in advanced diagnostic services, ER, cardiovascular care and rehabilitation. Plus, children receive top care through Kidsville, our pediatric emergency center affiliated with Miami Children´s Hospital. And, as part of our $110 million expansion project, Kendall Regional Medical Center recently opened a four-story building complete with emergency, operating, open-heart and ICU patient rooms.We currently have an opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse - Risk Management Coordinator to assist with development, implementation and organization of the clinical risk management program, including the functions of clinical risk management, claims management, program administration and risk management education. Candidate will assist with the coordination of these systems necessary for the identification, evaluation, monitoring, reduction and/or elimination of professional and general liability risk exposure. Additional responsibilities may include providing counseling and education to hospital leadership, clinical personnel, board of trustees and medical staff members related to risk exposures including risk prevention and risk reduction.Qualified candidates will possess: - Current Florida Registered Nurse License - Minimum of five years healthcare experience; clinical experience preferred- Minimum of two years experience in clinical risk management preferred - Excellent prioritization, organizational, technical, leadership and education skills- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- Healthcare Risk Manager License or obtained within first year of employment Kendall Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.