Paralegal Risk Management Coordinator - Eastern New Mexico Medical Center

Risk Management Coordinator

Certified Paralegal Preferred -OR- LPN or RN Preferred.

Responsible for assisting leaders in administering the risk management program on a day-to-day basis, including managing and analyzing risk management data, facilitating systems analysis to promote and improve patient safety, conducting and facilitating risk management educational programs based upon availability and identified needs, and compliance with The Joint Commission's standards relating to risk management and patient safety.

Certified Paralegal Preferred with experience in: Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Neglect, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death. - OR- LPN or RN preferred.

Minimum Education of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Associates degree or higher highly desired.

Three to five (3-5) years nursing quality and / or risk management experience preferred OR five to ten (5-10) years paralegal experience in at least Medical Malpractice AND at least one of the following other areas: Nursing Home Neglect, Personal Injury, or Wrongful Death experience.

Excellent organizational skills required. High level critical thinking skills and problem resolution skills required. Computer skills with word processing, graphics, presentation tools, and data base programs required. In depth knowledge of Joint Commission standards, Federal / State laws / regulations required. Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities and deadlines required. Presentation skills required.

Additional desired experience:

Experience in risk management, both court room experience and trial preparation experience, preferred. Certification in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) and/or Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred. RN licensed to practice nursing in required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) required. Excellent customer service skills required.

At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center (ENMMC), we focus on cultivating an environment that inspires growth, empowering leadership and encourages health and well-being, not just in the communities we serve but also in the careers of those who make an impact in the lives of many. We know that understanding and addressing the wants, needs and expectations of our patients is critical to our success. And we recognize that the compassion and collaboration of our staff, physicians and volunteers are key to our continued success and are the core of our mission. We strive to create an environment of teamwork and engagement, where employees work together on continuous quality improvement with a focus on patient safety. We are looking for individuals who share this commitment and understanding. As a future employee your personal growth and development is paramount at ENMMC. Come join us in making a difference!