Director - Clinical Risk Management

About the role

The Director of Clinical Risk Management will provide strategic leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate clinical and organizational risks, driving initiatives that improve patient safety and protect the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate clinical and organizational risks, driving initiatives that improve patient safety and protect the organization.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for hospital leadership, practice managers, Health Support Center (HSC) representatives, insurers, attorneys, and other stakeholders on all aspects of clinical risk management.
• Develops, implements, and monitors risk management goals, policies, and procedures, providing guidance to reduce risk and prevent patient harm.
• Educates leaders and stakeholders on risk management essentials, emerging trends, and proactive strategies to mitigate loss.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission (TJC), Department of Health (DOH), and CMS requirements.
• Participates in HSC committees, workgroups, and councils to create resources and tools that support risk management across LifePoint affiliates.
• Analyzes incidents, trends, and risk data to inform leadership decisions, recommend preventive actions, and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Quality or Risk Management within a healthcare setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred; relevant advanced degrees a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Risk Management or Quality in an acute care setting preferred.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards, including TJC, CMS, and Department of Health requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies to mitigate clinical and organizational risks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels across hospital and corporate settings.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management policies, programs, and initiatives that improve patient safety and organizational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Risk Management or Quality in an acute care setting preferred.
• Proven experience in Quality or Risk Management within a healthcare setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred; relevant advanced degrees a plus.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards, including TJC, CMS, and Department of Health requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies to mitigate clinical and organizational risks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels across hospital and corporate settings.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management policies, programs, and initiatives that improve patient safety and organizational outcomes.

Skills

• Strategic planning and risk assessment skills.
• Data analysis and trend identification abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Compliance and regulatory knowledge.
• Leadership and management skills.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-Time, Days

Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.