Corporate Director, Risk Management

Corporate Director Of Risk ManagementBe inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement ProgramsFamily-focused benefitsWellness incentivesOngoing mentorship, development, and leadership programsAnd moreWork Location: Atlanta, GAThe Corporate Director Of Risk Management plays a critical role in advancing our culture of safety, providing leadership and direction to Emory Healthcare's Risk Management team. Reporting directly to the Vice President Risk Management for Emory Healthcare this role is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to the organization, its patients, employees, and assets. The role involves developing and implementing strategies to reduce risk exposure, ensure regulatory compliance, improve patient safety, and promote a culture of safety across the organization.Risk Identification And Assessment:Lead the identification of risks across the organization, including clinical, operational, regulatory, financial, reputational, and technological risks. Conduct regular risk assessments and collaborate with department leaders to evaluate the effectiveness of existing risk management strategies. Lead the operations of Emory Healthcare's risk management program including development of risk reporting, monitoring standards and system-wide safety initiatives.Risk Mitigation And Strategy Development:Develop and implement comprehensive risk management programs, policies, and procedures designed to address identified risks and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., Dept of Community Health (DCH), HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, CMS). Work with senior leadership to prioritize and manage risks, ensuring that risk management efforts align with organizational goals.Risk Management Improvement:Lead risk management mitigation initiatives to promote patient safety across the health system. Ensure adherence to best practices in patient safety, risk reporting, and corrective action planning.Regulatory Compliance And Legal Oversight:Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and other state and federal mandates. Partners with organizations legal and insurance claims, ensuring that appropriate steps are taken to resolve disputes, minimize liabilities, and avoid litigation. Collaborate with internal and external counsel on corporate, regulatory and liability issues.Claims Management:Oversee investigations of potentially compensable incidents and collaborate with Claims Department on Professional Liability and General Liability claims, lawsuits as well as Board Complaints.Training And Education:Develop and implement risk management training programs for staff at all levels, emphasizing safety protocols, patient care practices, and risk awareness. Ensure that all staff are regularly updated on changes in risk management policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.Incident Response:Lead the organizations response to critical incidents and major risk events, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, and large-scale patient safety concerns. Develop and maintain crisis management plans and communication strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and the organization.Reporting And Analytics:Monitor, analyze, and report on risk-related trends and incidents, providing actionable insights to senior leadership and board members. Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of risk management efforts and patient safety initiatives.Collaboration And Leadership:Supervise and mentor direct report risk managers, ensuring excellence in performance, development and engagement. Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, providing input and guidance on risk-related matters. Partner with other department heads (e.g., clinical, legal, finance) to ensure a unified approach to risk management across the organization. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and transparency throughout the organization.Additional Duties as Assigned Travel: Less than 10% of the time may be required. Work Type: Hybrid employee - splits time between working remotely and working in the office.Minimum Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, pharmacy or related fieldExperience (Required): Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience (Nursing, Pharmacy, or Social Work) or equivalent healthcare setting experienceSkills, Abilities & Knowledge:Analytical Skills: Ability to identify risks, assess their impact, and develop strategies to mitigate themStrong ability to analyze trends and dataLeadership: Proven leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing risk management teamCommunication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organizationProblem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, especially in high-stress or crisis situationsCollaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including clinical, legal, compliance, and executive teamsPatient-Centered Focus: A strong commitment to improving patient safety, care quality, and overall health outcomesPreferred Qualifications:Education: Master's degree, or Doctorate in Nursing, Social Work, Pharmacy or Juris DoctorateExperience: Prior healthcare risk management or professional liability experienceCertification: 1. Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management CPHRM 2. Admission to the Georgia BarSkills, Abilities & Competencies:Proven experience in managing complex risk management programs in an integrated complex healthcare settingStrong knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and industry standards related to risk management, patient safety, and legal complianceEmory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.