Risk & Safety Officer

Mallory Community Health Center

Are you passionate about creating a safe and secure environment for patients and staff? Mallory Community Health Center is looking for a Risk & Safety Officer to join our team and ensure the well-being of everyone in our healthcare facility. In this critical role, you will be responsible for identifying, managing, and minimizing risks, while fostering a culture of safety across the organization. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to maintaining a secure environment, we want to hear from you!

About Us: At Mallory Community Health Center, we are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to our community. We believe in a collaborative work environment where each team member plays an integral role in promoting the health and well-being of our patients.

Why Join Us?

• Mission-Driven Work: Support a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to improving lives.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Positive Work Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals in a supportive setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research applicable laws, regulations and industry standards in order to remain familiar with industry trends and potential new risk areas.
• Research leading industry practices for risk governance in FQHCs.
• Act as an internal subject matter expert and develop organizational capability around risk governance, developing and operating within a corporate risk strategy.
• Create periodic reports for the CEO describing risks and progress on mitigating those risks.
• Develop and update a complete system for recording, monitoring and communicating the organization's risk management program.
• Present reports to the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee monthly on risk activities in the organization.
• Working with other departments, identify areas of risk in all areas of the organization including, but not limited to, HIPAA, PPACA, OSHA, CMS, HRSA, FLSA, ADA, clinic operations, and etc.
• Act as Mallory CHC's HIPAA Privacy Officer.
• Responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining risk and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, conduct or coordinate and track staff and management compliance and risk management training.
• Review and track incidents for trends or patterns.
• Perform or coordinate quarterly risk assessments for the organization.
• Provide an annual risk management report to the board and key staff.
• In conjunction with HR, maintain/monitor records of workers' compensation, EEO, ADA, FMLA, unemployment and other employee claims.
• Conduct (individually or in conjunction with other staff) or coordinate investigations relating to incidents, near misses, discrimination, or harassment complaints according to Mallory CHC's policy.
• Assure compliance with employee credentialing requirements.
• Assure compliance with relevant state and federal employment laws and regulation through research and consultation of legal counsel when necessary.
• Complete appropriate forms, and reports for organizational compliance.
• Work collaboratively with other organizational compliance and risk management personnel and department heads to devise plans and set up controls for mitigating real and potential risk within their areas of purview or departments.
• Work with Brokers, the CEO and CFO to review, organizational insurance options for new and renewal coverage based on areas of risk.
• Serve as Claims Manager for the organization, ensuring the center maintains a claims management process for addressing any potential or actual health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, which may be eligible for FTCA coverage.
• Collaboratively develop risk reduction policies for the organization and develop and implement loss prevention/safety programs.
• Maintain strong and effective working relationships with all Mallory CHC personnel involved in risk management.
• Comply with all applicable Mallory CHC policies.
• Understand and actively promote Mallory CHC's Mission and Values.
• Perform other necessary duties as required by the Community Health Center to meet the goals of providing primary health care

Qualifications:

Education and/or Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Health Administration, or a related field required.
• Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing or ADN program preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in risk management, project management, and/or decision-making in the medical field.
• Minimum of five years of nursing experiencing preferred.
• Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration
• Knowledge of the 6 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time, and right documentation.
• Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organized policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of the patient and notify the healthcare provider of abnormalities.

Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, OSHA standards, and risk management principles
• Strong understanding of safety and emergency protocols, including disaster preparedness and response
• Ability to conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and investigations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, handle sensitive issues with professionalism, and maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with safety management software

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits (Accident, Cancer, Disability, Critical Illness, Whole Life, Term Life, and Hospital Confinement)
• Retirement plan options
• Generous vacation/sick leave and holiday pay schedule
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Loan Repayment and Scholarship Opportunities
• Supportive, friendly work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth
• The opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of our patients

Join Our Team!

If you are a motivated candidate looking to make an impact, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to become part of Mallory Community Health Center, where your skills and dedication contribute to the success of our organization and the well-being of our community.

Be a Part of Something Bigger!

At MCHC, we believe in our mission to drive meaningful change in the communities we serve. If you're ready to apply your expertise in a role that truly makes a difference, don't wait-take the next step in your career today. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

Mallory Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.