Sr Patient Risk & Safety Specialist

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.

 

Join Our Risk & Safety Team
Now Hiring a Full Time Hybrid Senior Patient Risk & Safety Specialist!

Are you ready to use your clinical expertise in a new and impactful way? We're looking for a Senior Patient Risk & Safety Specialist to join our dedicated Risk and Safety Team!

This hybrid role is a unique opportunity for an experienced RN (preferred) to step into a leadership position focused on improving patient care beyond the bedside. You’ll collaborate across departments to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks while championing patient safety initiatives throughout the hospital.

In this role, you will:
• Lead investigations into patient safety events and near misses
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce risk and improve outcomes
• Partner with clinical and operational teams to promote a culture of safety
• Drive quality improvement initiatives that make a real difference
What we’re looking for:
• Strong clinical background – RN experience highly preferred
• Passion for patient safety and quality care
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Experience in risk management, safety, or quality is a plus

This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your clinical knowledge in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your work directly impacts the safety and quality of care we provide.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey with a team that values your expertise and dedication to patient safety.

 

Job 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

 

Qualifications

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 use 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.

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Preferred: Master's Degree Related Field of Study

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

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

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

121 Broadway

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$78,000.00 - $113,453.60/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