Safety and Risk Management Specialist

Description

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

The Safety and Risk Management Specialist is responsible for incident management, risk mitigation, workplace safety, liability, exposure and compliance with safety regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Evaluates potential risk within the agency through audits, rounding and trending reports. Develops strategies to mitigate risk.
• Development and delivery of internal training programs, including but not limited to EHR and clinical documentation with focus on appropriate utilization and clinical documentation.
• Facilitate safety committee meetings and maintain recommendations and follow-up activities.
• Support organizational compliance with workplace safety requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety through ongoing communication, awareness, and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in root cause analysis and risk reviews for significant incidents or adverse events.
• Utilize EHR system to create and monitor reports to assist in the quality assurance process. Monitor and drive risk management, utilization and quality issues to resolution, applying corrective and preventive actions.
• Review, track, and analyze incident reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports and summaries related to safety activities, incidents, and risk management efforts for leadership to review.
• Assist with authorizations, denials and appeals process when needed.
• Works closely with QI team on reporting findings and trend analysis.
• Participate in team meetings, audits, trainings, and departmental planning activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of client information in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

In order to perform the functions of this job, the employee must possess the following:

• A working knowledge of Riveon's Policy and Procedures, including sensitivity and adherence to clients’ rights, confidentiality, and health and safety issues.
• Must exhibit sensitivity to different cultures.
• Must have good time management and organizational skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work will largely be in an office setting. This includes being able to walk, climb stairs, navigate changing surface conditions including wet, slippery, and icy grounds. This individual may periodically be required to lift and/or carry up to ten pounds. The individual in this position must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Due to the extensive computer work this individual must be able to sit for extended periods of time and operate required equipment.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in health administration, social work, counseling, nursing or related field and prior experience in safety and risk management, data collection, evaluation, outcomes, and/or compliance is required. Prior experience in project management, research and analysis is preferred. Must be organized and attentive to accuracy and detail. Must be a self-starter and possess good people skills, including strong written and oral communication. Knowledge of CARF, ODBH, OSHA and other regulatory agency standards in preferred. Proficient computer skills required, including proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. Must exhibit sensitivity toward the needs of behavioral health clients and knowledge of and experience in the healthcare field.