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.

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.

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 (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.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal opportunity employer/vet/disabled.

Licensure/Certification: 

• Certification in Patient Safety (CPPS) or equivalent within 12 months of hire.