Director of Patient and Employee Safety (MD, DO, PA, or NP)
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Why Join Rendr?
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package (salary based on previous experience and years of service).
- Join a team that values employees, embraces diversity, and is committed to making a meaningful impact within our communities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligibility based on hours with Rendr)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays / Floating Holiday(s)
- Commuter Benefits
- Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account / Dependent Care Account
- Annual Performance Bonus
- CME Time and Allowance
- Malpractice Coverage
Job Overview
The Director of Patient and Employee Safety is responsible for leading and overseeing the organization’s safety programs to ensure a secure and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role develops and implements strategic initiatives that promote a culture of safety, reduce risk, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards across the organization. The position also oversees the Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) department and the risk‑management function.
Essential Functions
- Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient and employee safety programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
- Lead investigations of safety incidents, near‑misses, and adverse events; identify root causes and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
- Oversee the incident‑reporting platform, ensuring accurate documentation, timely follow‑up, and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership to embed safety best practices across all departments and care settings.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accreditation standards such as The Joint Commission (TJC), OSHA, and CMS.
- Lead safety‑related education and training initiatives for clinical and non‑clinical staff to promote awareness and accountability.
Qualifications
- Active New York State Doctor of Medicine (MD), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA) license required.
- DEA registration required.
- BLS/ALS certification required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare safety or quality management.
- Deep knowledge of the managed sub‑function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards and clinical best practices (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, CMS guidelines).
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Analytical skills for data review and reporting.
- In‑depth understanding of clinical operations and regulatory frameworks in physician practices.
- Demonstrated ability to identify risks, develop action plans, and lead initiatives to improve clinical safety and quality.