Senior Patient Safety Specialist

2 weeks ago


St Louis, United States Mercy Full time
We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

Under the direction of the Director of Quality, the Senior Patient Safety Specialist will participate in the implementation, review and support of the facility patient safety program. The senior specialist will support Patient Safety Specialists in their work with patient care teams in achieving high quality and best possible outcomes and will serve as a subject matter expert in patient safety. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

In collaboration with leadership, coworkers, and medical staff the patient safety specialist will develop, implement, monitor and champion processes related to key patient safety issues. The Senior Patent Safety Specialist will model behaviors that embrace just culture, reporting, flexibility, and learning across the organization. The senior specialist will work directly with organizational leaders and multi-disciplinary teams to identify resources needed to support patient safety improvement projects.

The Senior Patient Safety Specialist will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Performs other work duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Experience: 5+ years clinical healthcare related experience
  • Required Education: Bachelor's degree
  • Preferred Education: Master's degree in clinical healthcare related field
  • Certifications: Certification in patient safety (e.g. Certified Professional in Patient Safety) or quality (e.g. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) required within 3 years
  • Other Skills and Knowledge:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proven leadership ability
  • Knowledge of complex hospital and healthcare systems, processes and quality/performance improvement
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Effective change agent.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Knowledge of the internet, evidence-based medicine, analytical skills and good clinical inquiry and investigational aptitude
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Strong public speaking skills and demonstrated ability in presenting to a variety of co-workers, including physicians, clinicians, administration, and support staff
  • Self-directed and able to perform independently with minimal oversight
  • Ability to travel throughout the hospital

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

  • St. Paul, United States MSP Metropolitan Council Full time

    The Senior level specialist will perform intermediate level work, or if hired at the Principal level the specialist will perform higher-level, more complex work within the following scope of duties:Manage, lead and improve ES safety programs accordin Safety Specialist, Specialist, Principal, Safety Technician, Senior, Monitoring, Manufacturing


  • St Louis, United States CPS Full time

    Senior Environmental Specialist/Environmental Engineer/Process Safety Engineer/PSM Engineer/Chemical Engineer/Mechanical Engineer/Chemicals/PSM/Refining/Chemical Manufacturing/Manufacturing/Engineering/Process Safety Engineer/Petrochemicals/HAZOPs/MOCs/Process Safety/Process Safety Management/Engineer/Title V/Incident Investigations/Air Compliance As a...

  • Environmental Health

    2 weeks ago


    St. Louis, United States Israel Chemicals, Ltd. Full time

    As the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and coordinating compliance in all aspects of environmental, safety, health, and security. Im interested! What will I get to do in this position? Ensure EHSS com Safety Specialist, Environmental, Mental Health, Health, Specialist, Manufacturing, Healthcare, EHS

  • Environmental Health

    2 weeks ago


    St. Louis, United States ICL North America Full time

    Ensure EHSS compliance through working closely with corporate EHSS, Operations, and HR staff in implementation and maintenance of RC 14001. Serve as liaison with local, state and federal representatives from regulatory agencies including Fed OSHA, Mi Safety Specialist, Environmental, Mental Health, Health, Specialist, Operations, Manufacturing, Healthcare


  • St Louis, United States Lockton Full time

    The Senior Account Specialist (SAS) is designed for Associates who have completed 18-24 months as an Account Specialist or those with 2-4 years of relevant insurance experience. The Senior Account Specialist is designed to provide the technical and practical training needed to develop the Associate as they look forward to a successful and long-term career...


  • St Louis, United States Wells Fargo Full time

    Participate in identifying, assessing, managing, and mitigating current and emerging risk exposures within Control Management functional area. Provide risk management consulting to support the business in designing and implementing risk mitigation st Management, Specialist, Control, Senior, Controls, Business Partner, Manufacturing, Banking


  • St Louis, Missouri, United States JenCare Senior Medical Centers Full time

    For seniors most in need of care, high quality health care is too often beyond reach. JenCare Senior Medical Center a ChenMed Company is a national leader in value-based, primary care that was founded to bring concierge-style medicine ' and better health outcomes ' to the neediest populations. ChenMed is a senior focused primary care organization, in nine...


  • St Louis, United States Chenega Corporation Full time

    Senior Helpdesk Specialist- MO Saint Louis, MO Join our Talent Network Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) C-CARS-24-028 Company Job Title: Senior Helpdesk Specialist Clearance: TS/SCI Location: St. Louis, MO FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time, Regular Summary: Helpdesk Specialist provide superior customer service in support of customer request...


  • St Louis, United States Chenega Corporation Full time

    Senior Helpdesk Specialist- MO Saint Louis, MO Join our Talent Network Chenega Agile Real-Time Solutions (CARS) C-CARS-24-028 Company Job Title: Senior Helpdesk Specialist Clearance: TS/SCI Location: St. Louis, MO FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time, Regular Summary: Helpdesk Specialist provide superior customer service in support of customer request...


  • St. Louis, United States JenCare Senior Medical Centers Full time

    For seniors most in need of care, high quality health care is too often beyond reach. JenCare Senior Medical Center a ChenMed Company is a national leader in value-based, primary care that was founded to bring concierge-style medicine ' and better health outcomes ' to the neediest populations. ChenMed is a senior focused primary care...


  • St Louis, United States Ed Roehr Safety Products Co Full time

    Benefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceEd Roehr Safety Products has been in business for over 80 years. We have changed and grown over these years into the business we are today. Years ago we adopted the motto Upfitting Public Safety, Bumper to Bumper and Head to Toe. We work with multiple departments from fire, police, sheriff and security companies...


  • St Louis, United States Ed Roehr Safety Products Co Full time

    Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Ed Roehr Safety Products has been in business for over 80 years. We have changed and grown over these years into the business we are today. Years ago we adopted the motto “Upfitting Public Safety, Bumper to Bumper and Head to Toe”. We work with multiple departments from fire, police, sheriff and security...


  • St Louis, United States City of St. Louis Department of Personnel Full time

    Human Resources Specialist (Senior) View all jobs (index.cfm) Apply Department: Personnel/Employee Pension Trust Fund/Benefits/ Salary + Minimum: $49,244.00 + Maximum: $77,142.00 Position Specifications Incumbents in this position are responsible for performing human resources work which may include investigation and research of moderately complex to...


  • St Louis, United States Addison Group Full time

    The actual job duties of a certification/credentialing specialist are many, and each is equally as important in ensuring physicians and other caregivers are able to practice responsibly. Here’s a quick breakdown of their core duties:Credential Verification. Credentialing specialists review and authenticate credentials, qualifications, licenses,...


  • St. Louis, United States Addison Group Full time

    The actual job duties of a certification/credentialing specialist are many, and each is equally as important in ensuring physicians and other caregivers are able to practice responsibly. Here’s a quick breakdown of their core duties:Credential Verification. Credentialing specialists review and authenticate credentials, qualifications, licenses,...


  • St Louis, United States Addison Group Full time

    The actual job duties of a certification/credentialing specialist are many, and each is equally as important in ensuring physicians and other caregivers are able to practice responsibly. Here’s a quick breakdown of their core duties:Credential Verification. Credentialing specialists review and authenticate credentials, qualifications, licenses,...


  • St Louis, United States Visiting Angels Full time

    Patient Care Assistant - PCA Are you looking for a Patient Care Assistant - PCA job that will allow you to give back to your community and broaden your skills? office in Webster Groves is the place for you. The office in Webster Groves provides caregivers for the local area including Affton, Webster Groves, Lemay, Sappington, Green Park, Concord, Sunset...


  • St. Louis, United States American Bureau of Shipping Full time

    The Senior Surveyor-in-Charge leads and manages the direct, daily survey/operations for a specific location ( port, station, country, shipyard, client site, etc.) in alignment with ABS Operating Principles and Mission. This position is responsible for the effective execution and management of service delivery, resources, productivity, budget, quality,...

  • Senior Accountant

    5 days ago


    St Louis, United States Stereotaxis Full time

    Shift Type Job Title Senior Accountant Education Bachelor's Degree Location Stereotaxis - St. Louis, MO 63101 US (Primary) Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Category Finance Date Needed By Job Type Full-time Travel Job Description COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Stereotaxis is the global leader in innovative robotic technologies designed to enhance the treatment...


  • St Clairsville, United States BlackRock Resources LLC Full time

    BlackRock Resources is seeking candidates for an EHS Specialist role with our oil and gas client in St. Clairsville, OH. Qualifications needed:EHS-related experience within drilling and completions functions/operations, including familiarity with related safety processes and standards.Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science,...