Assistant Risk Manager

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Job Posting closes: 11/23/25

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Laid out on a 78-acre campus, Larned State Hospital (LSH) is the largest psychiatric facility in the state serving the western two-thirds of Kansas with nearly 1,000 employees and the capacity to treat more than 450 patients daily, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. LSH is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

About the Position

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 8-5 Every other Weekend

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Risk Manager

Compensation: $22.67/hour

TEMPORARY additional pay of $2.50/hr for every hour worked.

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 days of employment for new hire.

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, and directing the risk management functions at LSH. Assists in

coordination of investigations of patient incidents with assigned staff, Peer Review Committees, and Administration, as necessary. Assists in development and establishment of a system for analyzing the frequency and causes of Reportable Incidents within the hospital. Assists in taking measures to minimize the occurrence of Reportable Incidents and resulting injuries. Assists in interpreting guidelines set by state agencies and LSH policies and procedures. Assists in developing a system to monitor follow up of Risk Management determinations.

The Assistant Risk Manager is allowed considerable latitude to perform Risk Management activities throughout the hospital. Work direction and expectations are provided through the Risk Manager. The hospital's Risk Management Plan serves as a basis for the work and specific time frames, with specific input from the supervisor or other administrators as needed. Assignments will arise as incidents are reported, and require evaluation at the time received. The Assistant Risk Manager has the authority to request work from, and to work with, various disciplines/departments within the hospital for evaluation of situations, including engagement of peer review processes. Supervisor may review work, as necessary, for thoroughness, accuracy, and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

INVESTIGATION and REVIEW RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review incident reports received into the department to assist in determining appropriate follow up.
• Interprets statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to risk management functions.
• Proposes methods and recommendations for how to reduce risks, when indicated.
• Oversees the risk management activities in the absence of the Risk Manager, to ensure the risk management process is maintained.
• Assists in maintaining log (through Plexus) of all incident's reports.
• Assist in investigating or coordinating an investigation of reported incidents suspected to be below the acceptable Standard of Care to help ensure quality care and safety of patients, staff and the community.

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports, as required by law, all SOC 3's and 4's to the appropriate regulatory and licensing agencies, as indicated.
• Reports, as required by law, suspected child abuse and confirmed cases of adult abuse to the Attorney General.
• Compiles and submits quarterly reports to the Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE), as required.

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gathers and assembles statistical data as assigned in an effort to provide information regarding trends/patterns to the appropriate departments and relevant staff, so they may initiate corrective action.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have valid KS License
• Must have HS diploma
• Proven confidentially for critical reporting
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background of data collection from confidential sources
• Some investigative skills

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Ability to pass a KBI background and pre-employment drug test.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Mitchell Smith

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Phone:

Mailing Address: 1301 KS Hwy 264, Larned, KS 67550

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Topeka, KS 66612

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The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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Salary : $47,444 - $60,000