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At Memorial Hermann, we're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care.
Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.
Job Summary
The Senior Patient Safety Specialist will have responsibility for driving the system-wide patient safety program. This leadership role will direct others within the system towards clinical process improvements that will support the reduction of medical/health care errors and other factors that contribute to unintended adverse outcomes. The Senior Patient Safety Specialist will facilitate safety assessments, coordinate the activities of the patient safety committees, educate physicians, nurses, and other practitioners on the system-based causes for medical error. The Senior Patient Safety Specialist will communicate literature-based ideas regarding effective patient safety strategies to others within the organization, and facilitate implementation of the patient safety program at all levels. The Senior Patient Safety Specialist assists in the development of and coordinates improvement projects within the system working in conjunction with physicians, department directors and clinical staff. The Senior Patient Safety Specialist coordinates the collection, analysis and reporting of patient safety and financial data in relation to cost containment and patient safety. The Senior Patient Safety Specialist promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, fosters team work and champions service excellence throughout the system.
Working knowledge of Joint Commission Standards highly preferred.
Knowledge of leading practice in clinical care and regulatory accreditation requirements.
Knowledge of CMS requirements/guidelines ideal.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree or above in nursing, pharmacy, or related clinical area required, Master preferred
Licenses/ Certifications: CPHRM, CPHQ and/or CPSO, or equivalent required, or Certification within 12 months of employment
Experience / Knowledge / Skills: