Lincoln Healthcare · 1 day ago
Risk Manager
Greater Birmingham, Alabama Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expLincoln Healthcare is a leading behavioral healthcare organization seeking an experienced Director of Risk Management to oversee risk, safety, and compliance operations. This senior leadership role is vital for maintaining regulatory compliance and patient safety, requiring collaboration with executive and clinical leadership to implement corrective actions and foster a culture of safety.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Madelyn Hanson
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all risk management functions within a behavioral health and addiction treatment setting
Partner with facility and organizational leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate safety and risk concerns
Ensure ongoing compliance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements, including Joint Commission standards
Oversee the investigation, documentation, and analysis of sentinel events and critical incidents
Lead root cause analyses and guide the development and execution of corrective action plans
Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation within risk management systems
Provide training and guidance to staff on risk management policies, incident reporting, and compliance expectations
Participate in compliance investigations and support follow-up actions as needed
Analyze trends and risk data to proactively reduce liability and enhance patient safety
Support performance improvement initiatives through data-driven risk insights
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of healthcare risk management experience, with behavioral health experience strongly preferred
Experience in detox or substance-use treatment programs is a plus
At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience
Strong working knowledge of Joint Commission standards, federal and state regulations, and accreditation requirements
Demonstrated professionalism in interactions with patients, families, and staff
Excellent attention to detail and ability to remain vigilant in a safety-sensitive environment
Ability to remain calm and effective during crises, critical incidents, or high-stress situations
Solid understanding of healthcare compliance and privacy regulations
Must successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen
Preferred
Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Public Health, or a related field
Hands-on experience supporting Joint Commission surveys, audits, or accreditation preparation
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Available
Competitive relocation package
Company
Lincoln Healthcare
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase