Senior Patient Safety and Risk Specialist
Mass General Brigham · Boston-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $99,466–$144,643 a year
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- Hybrid
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 5-10 years
- EducationStated
- ['bachelor degree', 'postgraduate degree']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Bachelor's degree in related fieldrequired
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
from the posting - Patient safety and risk management experiencerequired
Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required
from the posting - Patient safety principlesrequired
In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies
from the posting - Root cause analysisrequired
In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies
from the posting - Quality improvement methodologiesrequired
In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies
from the posting - Analytical and problem-solving skillsrequired
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
from the posting - Communication and interpersonal skillsrequired
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
from the posting - Multidisciplinary team collaborationrequired
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
from the posting - Master's degree in related fieldpreferred
Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
from the posting - Clinical experiencepreferred
Strong preference for candidates with clinical experience/JD
from the posting
Read the full posting as the employer wrote it
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary:Responsible for leading efforts to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks to patient safety, as well as promoting a culture of continuous improvement in patient care quality. This is a critical role in advancing patient safety initiatives within the hospital's quality management framework.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions:
-Develop, implement, and oversee the hospital's patient safety program in alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
-Lead multidisciplinary teams to identify areas for improvement in patient safety processes and develop evidence-based interventions to address identified risks.
-Provide guidance and support to departmental leaders and frontline staff in implementing patient safety initiatives and fostering a culture of safety.
-Oversee the hospital's event reporting system, ensuring timely and accurate capture of patient safety events, near misses, and adverse outcomes.
-Conduct thorough root cause analyses and investigations of patient safety events to identify underlying causes and contributing factors.
-Develop and deliver educational programs and training initiatives to enhance staff awareness and understanding of patient safety principles and practices.
-Collaborate with quality management teams to develop and implement strategies for improving patient safety metrics and achieving organizational quality goals.
-Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards pertaining to patient safety, incident reporting, and adverse event management.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required
Strong preference for candidates with clinical experience/JD.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$99,465.60 - $144,643.20/Annual
Grade
8
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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