Manager - Risk Management

Acadia Healthcare•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Erlanger Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced and strategic Risk Manager to lead our facility's risk management efforts and ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. In this leadership role, you will oversee the implementation of a comprehensive risk management program, collaborate with multiple departments to assess and mitigate risks, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. The Risk Director will lead incident investigations, manage compliance with regulations, and develop proactive strategies to prevent harm and potential liabilities. Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, our 144-bed treatment center offers superior psychiatric and addiction services to individuals of all ages. Specializing in exceptional mental health care for various age groups, we cater to adolescent patients aged 12+ and older adults. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need through compassionate therapeutic practices and thrive in a supportive team environment that fosters learning and growth, this position is perfect for you! Apply now! PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, organize and direct aspects of risk management activities in such a manner as to ensure facility compliance with laws, regulations and the standards of the accrediting and approval agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a clinical healthcare field, risk management, business, finance, or a related field required.
One or more years’ supervisory experience required.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in health information management, nursing, or related field preferred.
Certifications related to health care risk management, safety, and or process improvement highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee the risk management program in collaboration with the corporate risk manager designee.
Investigate and analyze actual and potential risks in the facility; assess liability and probability of legal action for potential notification.
Implement, educate and encourage incident reporting system throughout the facility.
Monitor and analyze program performance data to determine program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
Insure compliance with all administrative requirements.
Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives in compliance with facility policy.
Responsible for identifying high-risk areas that could cause harm to persons receiving services, visitors, and employees. Collaborate with clinical staff and management for prevention of clinical risks throughout the facility.
Develop and lead educational activities to enhance the clinical understanding and utilization of the Full Disclosure process.
Maintain database of full disclosure activities and provide oversight for review programs and provides technical support as needed.
Provide staff management to including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
Serve as a resource and consultant for risk management activities, performance improvement, policy/procedure development and compliance initiatives.
Create and implement policies and procedures that improve both patient care and employee safety. Ensure the application of institutional policies, especially those regarding patient rights, confidentiality and full disclosure.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.