Risk Management Specialist

Risk Management SpecialistUnder limited supervision, provides administrative, technical and research support in the areas of Risk Management.Specific responsibilities include:Review and investigate assigned incident reports for risk and/or patient safety issues.Document all findings and follow-up within the incident reporting system, and collaborate with clinical leadership and quality improvement teams to address identified concerns.Work with Insurance Specialist to ensure timely reporting of identified incidents to insurance carriers.Prepare regular reports of incidents for departmental review and assist with disposition based on identified issues.Participate in the monitoring and improving of the Risk Management Program, identifying and assisting with the analysis of loss exposures.Perform required risk/patient safety assessments and audits, including timely reporting of findings.Assist with Risk Management training for new employee orientation, ongoing education, and annual training.Participation in organizational meetings/committees as requested by Director.Assist with the maintenance and safekeeping of confidential Risk Management records, incident reports, and legal files.This role description is a general description of the essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all the duties the Risk Management Specialist may perform.Key competencies include:Communication SkillsDecision MakingHealthCare KnowledgeInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational ValuesProblem SolvingSpecified skills:Excellent skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications required.Spanish speaking skills preferred.Physical demands: Not Applicable.Supervisory responsibilities: Not Applicable.Education and experience:Minimum qualifications: Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to an Associate's Degree with four (4) years' experience in healthcare administration, insurance, risk management and/or patient safety.Preferred qualifications: Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM).Required licenses: N/ASchedule:Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division); 40 hours per workweek; weekend, holiday, or evening coverage is occasionally required. Work hours will need to be flexible in order to respond to special work assignments, or evening activities, as requested by the team leader.Position compensation:Salary range $55,200- $62,200, based on experienceFull time position + full benefits availableAt MAHEC, we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive.All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803.

Equal Opportunity Employer.MAHEC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees who meet federal requirements may be eligible to have remaining student loan balances forgiven after 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time at MAHEC.