West Henderson Hospital is currently under construction and is expected to open in late 2024. When it does it will be the seventh acute care hospital in The Valley Health System. It will be located at the southwest corner of Raiders Parkway and St. Rose Parkway, near the Las Vegas Raiders' headquarters. When the hospital opens it will feature:

• 150 beds
• A 37-bay emergency department
• Surgical suites including heart and hybrid suites.
• Endoscopy suites
• Cardiac catheterization labs
• An electrophysiology lab to treat heart rhythm disorders
• An interventional radiology/special procedures lab to treat neurological disorders.
• Inpatient nursing care units.

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Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

Job Description:

The Director of Risk Management is responsible for the ongoing, effective operation of various patient safety and risk
management activities. Such responsibilities include but are not limited to: performance and oversight of the claim
management functions including investigation and analysis, performance of risk assessments including new services,
performance of root cause analysis for the system including action plan tracking and facilitation, and management of the
Patient Safety Council with incorporation of the corporate TERM program into the overall risk management program.
Works collaboratively with department directors and the executive team to implement Corporate and Facility risk
reduction strategies. Provides expertise to regulatory and compliance standards and processes. Position entails data
analysis, reporting, educating, providing leadership and being accountable for related activities.

Shift: FULL TIME DAYS

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University in related field required.
Master's degree from an accredited College or University in related field preferred.

Experience:

Two (2) to Five (5) years Risk Management experience; acute care experience preferred.
Minimum three (3) years leadership experience in related field preferred.

Technical Skills:

Computer proficiency to include at a minimum Microsoft Word, EXCEL, and Outlook, and
hospital software programs, as applicable.

License/Certification:

Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred.

Other: 
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrates knowledge and ensures compliance with The Joint Commission
Demonstrates compliance with hospital policies and procedures at all times.
Demonstrates strong leadership, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates ability to relate to clinical personnel and medical staff, as well as ability to
interact well with the public. Must have knowledge of PC and applications. Deep knowledge
of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function
Thorough knowledge of hospital policies and procedures. Application of techniques such as
RCA, FMEA and other quality tools. Must possess a detailed, in-depth knowledge of the
principles of regulations, and standards to meet hospital, licensing, and accreditation.
Knowledgeable regarding Joint Commission Standards and CMS/DHS Regulations.
Understanding of statistical analysis. Six Sigma ("Lean") knowledge preferred.

Note:
REASONING ABILITY: Intermediate to High Skills: Ability to apply common sense
understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability
to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where
only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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