Risk Manager

General Summary/Responsibilities:

The incumbent is the organizational expert in operational and clinical risk management and has the primary responsibility to protect and preserve the assets and resources of Premier Health. 

This is accomplished through (a) proactive, clinical and operational risk management and (b) responsive loss control through claims management and litigation management.

The incumbent functions as a critical risk management resource in an integrated healthcare delivery system by facilitating processes that minimize patient, staff and visitor injury. The incumbent works with in-house, outside counsel and Risk Management leadership to strategize the resolution of claims in a fair and just manner that minimizes loss to the organization. The incumbent collaborates with the Director of Risk Management and Insurance and System Vice President/Chief Legal Officer to appropriately reserve/fund claims to minimize the financial impact to the organization. The role focuses on collaboration, change management, education, claims management and litigation management.

In addition to supporting the Premier Health hospitals and subsidiaries, the position includes activities that support Premier Health International Insurance, Ltd., a wholly - owned captive insurance company.

Minimum Level of Education Required:     Bachelor's degree

Additional requirements:

 Area of study or major: Nursing, Business Administration or healthcare field

 Preferred educational qualifications: Master’s Degree

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Current Ohio Registered Nursing License

Certification in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred. 

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required:    3 - 5 years of job-related experience

Prior job title or occupational experience: Progressive management experience in a healthcare environment with three years management required. Five years preferred.

Knowledge/Skills

A knowledge base that includes understanding the clinical, operational processes at a hospital, home care agency or outpatient clinic/physician’s office. The incumbent must demonstrate expertise in:

• Credible communication with patients/families, staff, physicians, executives and attorneys
• Change management
• Patient safety
• Managing group dynamics and the ability to promote relationships and collaboration
• Ability to quickly evaluate situations and recommend solutions
• Flexibility, ability to work independently