Risk Management Assistant Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems in Lafayette, La is seeking a full-time Risk Management Assistant/Patient Advocate. The Risk Management Assistant will provide support to the Risk Management Department both at an administrative level and for the collection, analysis and coordination of assigned data.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Track Risk projects as assigned throughout the facility, which may include but is not limited to quality council, policies and procedures, safety committee, departmental monitors, board monitors and graphs.
• Responsible for compiling and distributing material prior to meetings, as well as recording the minutes.
• Responsible for department records management.
• Assist with coordinating and training activities for facility staff to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, as needed.
• Assist with the coordination of Risk Management programs, as requested.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree within a clinical healthcare field such as nursing or counseling preferred.

Experience with CARF, DEA, Joint Commission, or CMS surveys, as required by service line(s) supported

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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