Clinical Risk Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026. Emory Proton Therapy Center scores A on the Alion truth index.
Overview
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Work Location: Atlanta, GA
Description
The Clinical Risk Manager supports Emory Healthcare's system-wide risk management and patient safety programs by identifying, investigating, and mitigating clinical and operational risks across all care settings.
This role leads the disclosure and apology process for serious adverse events, collaborates with clinical and operational leaders to reduce harm, and ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
The position develops and maintains risk reduction strategies, policies, and education; analyzes safety and claims trends; and provides expert consultation on potential liability and patient safety concerns.
The role also participates in committees, supports regulatory reporting and product/device safety, and provides 24/7 on-call support for urgent safety issues.
Risk Identification & Mitigation:
Event Response & Disclosure:
Policy, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:
Education, Consultation & Culture Building:
Collaboration, Leadership & Operational Support:
Additional Duties as Assigned
Travel: Travel between Operating Units or Emory affiliated locations
Work Type: Hybrid employee - splits time between working remotely and working in the office
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Criminal Justice, Public Safety, Law, Risk Management, Healthcare Quality, Social Work or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of healthcare experience
- A Juris Master (JM) or Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) in Health Law, Healthcare Compliance, or related legal discipline in lieu years of healthcare experience
- Licensure - If Registered Nurse with BSN, must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license approved by the Georgia Licensing Board
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required):
Preferred Qualifications Experience:
- Previous healthcare risk management or professional liability experience
- Certification - Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or eligibility to obtain certification
Preferred Skills, Abilities, & Knowledge:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.