What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Enterprise Risk Management position at Empath Health?
Empath Health is seeking a strategic and collaborative Director of Enterprise Risk Management to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of our enterprise-wide risk framework. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, this role plays a critical part in safeguarding our organization’s people, patients, reputation, and operations.
This leader will partner across clinical, operational, and executive teams to proactively identify and manage risk, strengthen a culture of safety, and drive data-informed decision-making. If you’re passionate about healthcare risk management, thrive in a dynamic environment, and enjoy translating complex risk insights into actionable strategies, we’d love to connect.
What you'll Do
- Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating risks across clinical and operational areas
- Design and implement a comprehensive ERM framework, including risk appetite, key risk indicators, and governance processes
- Analyze incident and risk data to identify trends, drive root cause analysis, and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies
- Partner with executive leadership, legal, finance, and clinical teams to support insurance programs, claims management, and safety initiatives
- Develop and deliver clear, actionable risk reporting for senior leaders and the Board of Directors
Why Join Empath Health?
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- Industry-Leading PTO: 5 weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Need
- 7 years of risk management experience, including 5 years in healthcare environments
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or professional certification (CPHRM, CRM, CERA, etc.) preferred
- Demonstrated experience building or leading ERM frameworks in complex organizations
- Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to translate complex risk data into clear insights and executive-level reporting
What You'll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.