Legacy Health

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Overview Can we count on you to ensure the safety of our patients? With your expert knowledge of patient safety and risk management, and ability to communicate effectively, you will help us to create the safest and most welcoming environment for those we treat. Together, we will follow the Legacy mission of making life better for others. Responsibilities The Patient Safety Program Manager plays a crucial role within our healthcare organization and is responsible for overseeing and implementing patient safety and risk management initiatives at the site level. Reporting directly to the Director of Patient Safety, this position focuses on coordinating and leading patient safety efforts within a specific hospital site, ensuring compliance with system-wide patient safety and risk management standards. The Patient Safety Program Manager is instrumental in fostering a culture of safety, mitigating risks, and promoting continuous improvement in patient safety practices at the site level. Qualifications Education: Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred). Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or a related field (required). Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in patient safety or a related field (required). Experience in clinical healthcare role or nursing (preferred). Experience in program management within a healthcare setting (preferred). Skills: Advanced expertise in patient safety principles and best practices, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Demonstrated facilitation skills, fostering productive discussions and problem-solving within teams and committees. Effective team management abilities, providing direction, support, and motivation to achieve patient safety goals. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, facilitating effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Proficient in program coordination, leading patient safety initiatives at the site level and promoting a culture of safety. Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in patient safety practices. Strong understanding of risk management principles and strategies, mitigating potential risks to enhance patient safety. Licensure Licensure/Certification: Certification in Patient Safety (CPPS) or equivalent within 12 months of hire. Pay Range USD $48.91 - USD $72.88 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you