Assistant Director of Risk Management - Metropolitan Jewish Health System
New York, NY 10041
About the Job
Our Corporate team may not provide direct care, but we still touch people's lives in a very real and substantial way. The services we provide contribute greatly to the overall patient and member experience, supporting our reputation for excellence.
The organization’s risk management program has various functions, including a third-party risk management program, emergency management, business continuity, disaster recovery and enterprise risk management.
Why work for MJHS?:When you work with us you will receive comprehensive and affordable health and financial benefits, in addition to generous paid vacation, personal and holiday time that you won't find at our competitors. Do you receive a paid day off for your birthday now? No? You will here! You will also receive the training, tuition assistance and career development you desire to help you achieve your career goals. You take care of our patients, residents and health plan members, and we will take care of the rest!
Benefits include:
- Tuition Reimbursement for all full and part-time staff
- Generous paid time off
- Affordable medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and family members
- Two retirement plans! 403(b) AND Employer Paid Pension
- Flexible spending
- And MORE!
MJHS companies are qualified employers under the Federal Government’s Paid Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Responsibilities:The Assistant Director of Risk Management will oversee the organization’s comprehensive risk management program, assessing and identifying risks that could impede the reputation, safety, security, or financial success of the organization.
- Conducts and monitors risk assessments, collecting and analyzing documentation, statistics, reports, and market trends.
- Establishes policies and procedures to identify and address risks in the organization’s services and departments.
- Reviews and assesses risk management policies and protocols; makes recommendations and implements modifications and improvements.
- Recommends and implements risk management solutions such as insurance, safety and security policies, business continuity plans, and disaster response measures.
- Reports findings on risk exposures to senior executives and implements strategies to manage insurable and/or hazard risks.
- Ensures the organization's risk management policies and strategies are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and strategic imperatives of the organization.
- Establishes the risk management architecture for the organization.
- Oversees or monitors all operational risk management activities of the organization.
- Directing or recommending the purchase of insurance programs, identifying exposures, recommending solutions, implementing approved programs, promoting loss prevention, updating, and monitoring compliance with insurance procedures and managing safety/risk management manuals.
- Collaborates within the organization on corporate-wide disaster response/business continuity efforts, including training, communication, and testing of plans.
- Keeps informed regarding regulatory trends and best practices and counsel business partners on measures to avoid, reduce and mitigate risks.
- Regularly attend and participate in management meetings, committees, and workgroups. Attend Board and Board committee meetings on an “as needed” basis.
- Utilizes corporate services resources such as Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, Finance, Information Services, Marketing, etc., as appropriate.
- Manages performance of direct and indirect reports. Provides orientation, coaching, training, and development. Take corrective action when necessary.
- Utilizes corporate services resources such as Human Resources, Compliance, Legal, Finance, Information Services, Marketing, etc., as appropriate.
- Ensures appropriate staffing and resources to support department/agency services.
- Monitors productivity throughout the year and participates in annual budget preparation.
- Interviews and participates in the selection process for qualified staff in collaboration with Human Resources and department management.
- Perform other job-related functions, as requested.
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in risk management, finance, or a related field is required.
- At least one year of related experience preferred. Knowledge of health care environments preferred.
- Thorough understanding of policies and best practices of risk management.
- Strong project management skills.
