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Midland-Marvel lists this Director of Risk Management – Acute Care Hospital opportunity in las vegas, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Risk Management – Acute Care Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
Salary: Targeting the $150,000s, up to approximately $160,000 based on experience
Approximately 300-Bed Acute Care Hospital
Reports Directly to the CEO
Coordinator/Manager-Level Support
Priority Search – Interview Process Expected to Move Quickly
We are conducting a priority search for an experienced Director of Risk Management to join the executive leadership team of an approximately 300-bed acute care hospital.
This is a highly visible leadership position reporting directly to the CEO , with an existing coordinator/manager-level leader supporting the department. The organization is looking to move quickly and is seeking a strong healthcare risk management professional who can provide both strategic leadership and hands‑on expertise across patient safety, claims management, regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and performance improvement.
The ideal candidate will bring meaningful hospital risk management experience , a strong understanding of acute care operations, and the ability to partner effectively with senior executives, physicians, nursing leadership, department directors, and frontline clinical teams.
Position Overview
The Director of Risk Management is responsible for the ongoing leadership and effective operation of the hospital's patient safety and risk management programs.
This individual will oversee risk identification and mitigation, claims management, investigations, root cause analyses, regulatory compliance, risk assessments, patient safety initiatives, and organizational risk-reduction strategies.
The Director will also provide education and guidance to hospital leadership and staff while using data and industry best practices to identify trends, reduce organizational exposure, and improve patient safety.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk leader who wants a direct line to the CEO and the ability to influence risk and patient safety strategy across the organization .
Risk Management & Patient Safety
Provide overall leadership for the hospital's risk management and patient safety programs.
Identify potential areas of clinical, operational, and organizational risk and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Conduct risk assessments for existing operations, new programs, and new services.
Evaluate trends and identify opportunities to reduce risk and improve patient safety.
Partner with hospital leadership to develop and implement facility-wide risk-reduction strategies.
Provide guidance to clinical and administrative leaders regarding risk management best practices.
Promote a proactive culture of safety throughout the organization.
Claims Management & Investigations
Provide oversight of claims management activities.
Conduct and coordinate investigations of potential claims and adverse events.
Perform detailed analysis of events to identify contributing factors and areas of organizational risk.
Ensure appropriate documentation, follow‑up, and reporting.
Collaborate with appropriate internal and external stakeholders regarding claims and risk-related matters.
Identify trends within claims data and recommend strategies to reduce future exposure.
Root Cause Analysis & Performance Improvement
Lead and facilitate Root Cause Analyses (RCA) involving significant clinical and patient safety events.
Develop and monitor corrective action plans resulting from RCA findings.
Track action plans through completion and evaluate their effectiveness.
Utilize Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and other quality and risk‑management methodologies.
Incorporate data analysis into risk‑management decision‑making.
Support organizational quality and performance improvement initiatives.
Apply Lean/Six Sigma principles when appropriate.
Patient Safety Leadership
Provide leadership and management support for the hospital's Patient Safety Council.
Coordinate patient safety initiatives across clinical and operational departments.
Work collaboratively with department directors and executive leadership to identify opportunities for improvement.
Promote effective reporting, analysis, and follow‑up of patient safety events.
Provide education to leadership and staff regarding risk management and patient safety practices.
Regulatory & Accreditation Compliance
Serve as a subject matter expert regarding healthcare risk, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
Maintain strong working knowledge of The Joint Commission standards and CMS requirements .
Ensure risk management activities support hospital licensing and accreditation requirements.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations, standards, and healthcare risk‑management practices.
Assist leadership in preparing for regulatory and accreditation surveys.
Provide education regarding regulatory and compliance expectations.
Executive & Clinical Collaboration
Report directly to the CEO and serve as a key resource to the hospital's executive leadership team.
Develop strong relationships with physicians, nursing leadership, department directors, and other clinical personnel.
Communicate risk trends, findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior leadership.
Provide leadership and education to departments regarding risk prevention and patient safety.
Effectively communicate complex risk and regulatory issues to both clinical and non‑clinical audiences.
Partner with departmental leaders to ensure risk‑reduction strategies are successfully implemented.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should possess:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
2–5 years of Risk Management experience
Strong knowledge of healthcare risk management and patient safety principles
Experience with investigations, claims management, risk assessments, and Root Cause Analysis
Knowledge of The Joint Commission standards
Knowledge of CMS and applicable healthcare regulatory requirements
Experience applying RCA, FMEA, and other quality/risk-management tools
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with physicians, clinical personnel, executive leadership, and the public
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and applicable hospital software systems
Acute care hospital experience is strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a healthcare, clinical, business, or related field
3+ years of leadership experience in a related field
Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)
Previous acute care hospital Risk Management leadership experience
Lean/Six Sigma knowledge or experience
Strong understanding of statistical analysis
Experience working directly with hospital executive leadership
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be more than an administrator. We are looking for a visible, credible risk leader who can identify issues, analyze complex situations, communicate effectively with executives and clinicians, and drive meaningful improvements.
The strongest candidates will have demonstrated success in:
Hospital Risk Management
Patient Safety
Claims management and investigationsRoot Cause Analysis
FMEA and performance improvement
Regulatory and accreditation compliance
Joint Commission and CMS requirements
Risk assessment and mitigation
Data analysis and reporting
Physician and clinical leadership collaboration
Staff and leadership education
Development and implementation of risk-reduction strategies
Compensation & Benefits
The organization is targeting compensation in the $150,000s, with a maximum of approximately $160,000 depending on experience and qualifications .
The comprehensive benefits package includes:
Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program offering a 9% pay differential
Educational and tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually
Student loan refinancing program
Employee referral bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Savings Account options
Life and supplemental insurance options
Accident and critical illness coverage
Auto, home, and pet insurance options
Employee Assistance Program
Additional health and wellness resources
Adoption and fertility assistance programs
401(k) with company match
Employee stock purchase program
Employee discounts
Career growth and professional development opportunities within a larger healthcare organization
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a high-priority leadership search , and the organization is prepared to move quickly for the right candidate.
The position offers several attractive advantages for an experienced healthcare risk professional: direct reporting to the CEO, an approximately 300-bed acute care environment, existing coordinator/manager-level support, significant organizational visibility, and the opportunity to directly influence patient safety and risk strategy.
For a successful Risk Manager, Senior Risk Manager, or comparable healthcare risk leader who has the experience and leadership ability to take the next step, this may also represent an excellent opportunity to advance into a Director-level position.
Interested? Let’s Talk.
If you have hospital Risk Management experience and are ready for a highly visible leadership opportunity where your expertise will have a direct impact on patient safety and organizational performance, I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with a current resume or reach out directly for a confidential conversation. This is an immediate need, and the interview process is expected to move quickly for candidates whose backgrounds align with the position.
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Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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