Patient Safety Specialist

Under the direction of the Director of Quality the Patient Safety Specialist will participate in the implementation review and support of the facility patient safety program. The specialist will promote and foster a culture of safety throughout the organization.

In collaboration with leadership coworkers and medical staff the patient safety specialist will develop implement monitor and champion processes related to key patient safety issues. The specialist will model behaviors that embrace just culture reporting flexibility and learning across the organization.

The Patient Safety Specialist will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission values and Mercy Service Standards.

Patient Safety Specialist

Full Time

Mercy - Fort Smith

Minimum Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree
Licensure: None required
Experience: 3 years clinical healthcare related experience
Certification/Registration: None required
Other Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proven leadership ability
Knowledge of complex hospital and healthcare systems processes and quality/performance improvement
Excellent organizational interpersonal and analytical skills. Effective change agent.
Attention to detail and accuracy
Knowledge of the internet evidence-based medicine analytical skills and good clinical inquiry and investigational aptitude
Proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
Strong public speaking skills and demonstrated ability in presenting to a variety of co-workers including physicians clinicians administration and support staff
Self-directed and able to perform independently with minimal oversight
Ability to travel throughout the hospital

Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in healthcare related field
Experience: 5 years clinical healthcare experience

From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.