Director of Risk Management; Healthcare - Las Vegas, NV

Director of Risk Management (Healthcare - Las Vegas, NV)

Motus is partnering with a leading healthcare organization in Las Vegas to identify an experienced Director of Risk Management. This role offers the opportunity to lead patient safety and risk management initiatives across a dynamic acute care environment, driving organizational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement in patient care delivery.

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the facility’s risk management and patient safety programs.
• Manage the claim management function, including investigation, analysis, and resolution.
• Conduct risk assessments for new services and operational processes.
• Facilitate root cause analyses, action planning, and system‑level learning initiatives.
• Chair and manage the Patient Safety Council, integrating corporate TERM programs into facility operations.
• Partner with executive leadership and department heads to implement corporate and facility risk reduction strategies.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.
• Analyze data, develop reports, and communicate findings to leadership and governance bodies.
• Serve as a resource and educator to promote awareness and engagement in patient safety and risk reduction efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (required).
• 2–5 years of Risk Management experience in a hospital or acute care setting (required).
• Proven leadership and management experience in a healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated success in patient safety, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

• Employment Type: Full‑Time | Direct Hire
• Compensation: DOE

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