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Senior Patient Safety & Risk Specialist

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Salary
Dover, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/4/2026
Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This position is hybrid and will work 3 days at WDH in Dover, NH on-site and 2 days remote. The days of the week on site are flexible. The ideal candidate will be an RN or have multiple years of Patient Safety/Risk experience.

Summary

Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks related to patient safety. This position involves overseeing patient safety initiatives, conducting investigations, and implementing strategies to enhance the overall safety and quality of patient care within the hospital.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

  • Lead and oversee the hospital's patient safety program, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Proactively identify potential risks to patient safety within the hospital environment.
  • Conduct thorough risk assessments and analyze data to determine root causes and contributing factors.
  • Lead or contribute to investigations into adverse events, near misses, and other safety-related incidents.
  • Conduct or oversee Root Cause Analysis investigations for serious patient safety incidents.
  • Communicate patient safety recommendations, trends, and lessons learned to hospital leadership and staff.
  • Collaborate with clinical departments to integrate patient safety principles into daily practices.
  • Ensure compliance with patient safety regulations, standards, and accreditation requirements.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required, Nursing, or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience in patient safety, risk management, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • In-depth knowledge of patient safety principles, root cause analysis, and quality improvement methodologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

Grade

7

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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