Emory Healthcare · 1 week ago
Corporate Director, Risk Management
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expEmory Healthcare is a comprehensive academic health system in Georgia seeking a Corporate Director of Risk Management. This role is responsible for leading the Risk Management team, identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of safety across the organization.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Lead the identification of risks across the organization, including clinical, operational, regulatory, financial, reputational, and technological risks
Conduct regular risk assessments and collaborate with department leaders to evaluate the effectiveness of existing risk management strategies
Lead the operations of Emory Healthcare's risk management program including development of risk reporting, monitoring standards and system-wide safety initiatives
Develop and implement comprehensive risk management programs, policies, and procedures designed to address identified risks and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., Dept of Community Health (DCH), HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, CMS)
Work with senior leadership to prioritize and manage risks, ensuring that risk management efforts align with organizational goals
Lead risk management mitigation initiatives to promote patient safety across the health system
Ensure adherence to best practices in patient safety, risk reporting, and corrective action planning
Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and other state and federal mandates
Partners with organizations legal and insurance claims, ensuring that appropriate steps are taken to resolve disputes, minimize liabilities, and avoid litigation
Collaborate with internal and external counsel on corporate, regulatory and liability issues
Oversee investigations of potentially compensable incidents and collaborate with Claims Department on Professional Liability and General Liability claims, lawsuits as well as Board Complaints
Develop and implement risk management training programs for staff at all levels, emphasizing safety protocols, patient care practices, and risk awareness
Ensure that all staff are regularly updated on changes in risk management policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices
Lead the organizations response to critical incidents and major risk events, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, and large-scale patient safety concerns
Develop and maintain crisis management plans and communication strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and the organization
Monitor, analyze, and report on risk-related trends and incidents, providing actionable insights to senior leadership and board members
Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of risk management efforts and patient safety initiatives
Supervise and mentor direct report risk managers, ensuring excellence in performance, development and engagement
Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, providing input and guidance on risk-related matters
Partner with other department heads (e.g., clinical, legal, finance) to ensure a unified approach to risk management across the organization
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and transparency throughout the organization
Additional Duties as Assigned
Travel: Less than 10% of the time may be required
Work Type: Hybrid employee - splits time between working remotely and working in the office
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, pharmacy or related field
Experience (Required): Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience (Nursing, Pharmacy, or Social Work) or equivalent healthcare setting experience
Ability to identify risks, assess their impact, and develop strategies to mitigate them
Strong ability to analyze trends and data
Proven leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing risk management team
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, especially in high-stress or crisis situations
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including clinical, legal, compliance, and executive teams
A strong commitment to improving patient safety, care quality, and overall health outcomes
Preferred
Education: Master's degree, or Doctorate in Nursing, Social Work, Pharmacy or Juris Doctorate
Experience: Prior healthcare risk management or professional liability experience
Certification: 1. Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management CPHRM 2. Admission to the Georgia Bar
Proven experience in managing complex risk management programs in an integrated complex healthcare setting
Strong knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and industry standards related to risk management, patient safety, and legal compliance
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
Company
Emory Healthcare
Emory Healthcare is the largest healthcare system in the state of Georgia., United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Schuck
Chief Executive Officer
Joon S Lee MD
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-09-01
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