Sr Safety Risk Specialist
$79,560–$115,720 year
Hybrid · Newton, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead and oversee the hospital's patient safety program, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Proactively identify potential risks to patient safety within the hospital environment. Conduct thorough risk assessments and analyze data to determine root causes and contributing factors. Lead or contribute to investigations into adverse events, near misses, and other safety-related incidents. Conduct or oversee Root Cause Analysis investigations for serious patient safety incidents. Communicate patient safety recommendations, trends, and lessons learned to hospital leadership and staff. Collaborate with clinical departments to integrate patient safety principles into daily practices. Ensure compliance with patient safety regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
- Licenses and Credentials Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
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