Risk Specialist - Risk and Insurance - System Wide

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionAt the direction of the designated Manager/Director/VP within the Risk & Insurance Services department, the Risk Specialist supports all loss prevention and risk mitigation strategies and functions through data management, presentation development, information assimilation and dissemination; Risk Specialists assist with compilation of information required for both reactive and proactive risk management functions including discovery requests, leadership reports and information, educational/meeting materials and incident/claim information evaluation, submission and investigation.The Risk Specialist is responsible for all aspects of onboarding new Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians for multiple markets into the malpractice insurance program. This includes but is not limited to: analyzing the application and supporting documents, conducting primary source verification and performing an underwriting analysis. The Risk Specialist should be familiar with malpractice insurance and its importance in the larger health system.Essential Job FunctionsSupports risk prevention activities at the direction of the Manager/Director/VP and Market/Ministry level to which the Specialist is assignedManages data and information for utilization by Risk Management Leadership in response to or anticipation of Leadership needs and Strategic Objectives.Supports all aspects of data analysis and management for the assigned Market(s)/Ministry level to which the Specialist is assignedProvides reports and information for and at the direction of Risk Management Leadership team members.Proactively anticipates and evaluates Risk Management information needs for Board and Committee reports, Educational Sessions and meetings, and Risk Investigations / RCAs.Analyzes Event Trends and Claim Data in support of Risk Initiatives/Objectives.Supports data management needs of Risk & Insurance Leadership teamCollaborates with staff at all levels in various departments to ensure timely response and collaboration to meet the demands of the MinistryThis document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Employment QualificationsRequired Minimum Education:Associate Degree or comparable experienceSpecialty/MajorHealthcare, business, or related fieldPreferred EducationBachelor’s DegreeSpecialty/MajorHealthcare, Business, Insurance or related fieldLicensing/ CertificationLicensure/Certification RequiredNoneLicensure/Certification PreferredCPHRM (within 3 years of hire)Minimum QualificationsMinimum Years and Type of Experience3+ years in Risk Management, Quality, Operations or Administration in a Healthcare or Insurance organizationPrevious experience in health care, underwriting or malpractice insurance preferred.Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredHighly proficient in all Microsoft applications; Excellent organization skills and strong ability to multi-task; Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor; Self-directed/demonstrates initiativeOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities PreferredAbility to extract, compile, analyze and develop large amounts of complex data from various sourcesMany of our opportunities reward your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much moreBenefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com