The American Hospital Dubai is a 254-bed private hospital providing healthcare to the highest US standards and is the leader and pioneer in international accreditation and recognition. The hospital serves patients across the region and includes several specialist centers – Comprehensive Cancer Center, Orthopedics and Total Joint Replacement Center for adults, The Heart Center, Diabetes Program, and Cochlear Implant Center. All our physicians are Western Board Certified. The American Hospital Satellite Clinics in Dubai Media City, Al Barsha, Al Khawaneej, Jumeirah, Mira, Dubai Hills & Nad Al Sheba now offer the same quality of care within the community. The hospital is the first Middle East member of the prestigious Mayo Clinic Care Network....

Director of Risk Management

Drive excellence in patient safety and compliance by leading the hospital-wide risk management program at American Hospital Dubai. If you have extensive experience in healthcare risk management and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of Dubai’s premier healthcare institutions.

Job Location Dubai United Arab Emirates
Job Industry Healthcare
Job Function Risk Management and Compliance
Salary Negotiable
Gender Any

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, implement, and oversee a proactive risk management program to mitigate hospital-wide risks
- Ensure effective mechanisms are in place for identifying, reporting, and managing patient safety incidents and near misses
- Conduct incident investigations, analyze risk trends, and implement corrective action plans
- Provide leadership in incident reporting, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory deadlines
- Collaborate with legal counsel in claims handling and defense preparation, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
- Oversee the collection, analysis, and presentation of quantitative and qualitative risk data related to incidents, complaints, and claims
- Ensure compliance with local healthcare regulations regarding patient care, incident reporting, and litigation procedures
- Participate in insurance coverage reviews and risk financing activities
- Facilitate risk reduction initiatives using Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA)
- Implement and maintain an annual clinical audit program, ensuring findings are addressed in alignment with hospital policies
- Monitor patient complaints and compliments, analyze trends, and develop improvement strategies to enhance patient experience
- Lead educational training sessions on risk management for medical staff and employees

Required Skills and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related clinical field (valid professional license preferred)
- Master’s degree in Risk Management or a related healthcare discipline
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably in an international environment
- At least 5 years of experience in healthcare risk management, with proven expertise in process analysis and quality improvement
- Strong knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards, regulatory compliance, and policy development
- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects and lead cross-departmental initiatives
- Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and ability to influence change at an organizational level
- Strong engagement skills to collaborate effectively with clinicians, leadership, and regulatory bodies

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare institution known for excellence in patient care
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on continuous quality improvement
- Professional development opportunities and leadership growth

If you are a seasoned healthcare risk management professional with a passion for driving compliance and quality improvement, apply now and be part of a forward-thinking healthcare team at American Hospital Dubai.

Job Title Director of Risk Management Job Description Director of Risk Management Drive excellence in patient safety and compliance by leading the hospital-wide risk management program at American Hospital Dubai. If you have extensive experience in healthcare risk management and are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of Dubai’s premier healthcare institutions. Job Location Dubai United Arab Emirates Job Industry Healthcare Job Function Risk Management and Compliance Salary Negotiable Gender Any Key Responsibilities - Develop, implement, and oversee a proactive risk management program to mitigate hospital-wide risks - Ensure effective mechanisms are in place for identifying, reporting, and managing patient safety incidents and near misses - Conduct incident investigations, analyze risk trends, and implement corrective action plans - Provide leadership in incident reporting, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory deadlines - Collaborate with legal counsel in claims handling and defense preparation, ensuring accurate and timely reporting - Oversee the collection, analysis, and presentation of quantitative and qualitative risk data related to incidents, complaints, and claims - Ensure compliance with local healthcare regulations regarding patient care, incident reporting, and litigation procedures - Participate in insurance coverage reviews and risk financing activities - Facilitate risk reduction initiatives using Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA) - Implement and maintain an annual clinical audit program, ensuring findings are addressed in alignment with hospital policies - Monitor patient complaints and compliments, analyze trends, and develop improvement strategies to enhance patient experience - Lead educational training sessions on risk management for medical staff and employees Required Skills and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related clinical field (valid professional license preferred) - Master’s degree in Risk Management or a related healthcare discipline - Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred - Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably in an international environment - At least 5 years of experience in healthcare risk management, with proven expertise in process analysis and quality improvement - Strong knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards, regulatory compliance, and policy development - Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects and lead cross-departmental initiatives - Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and ability to influence change at an organizational level - Strong engagement skills to collaborate effectively with clinicians, leadership, and regulatory bodies What We Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare institution known for excellence in patient care - A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on continuous quality improvement - Professional development opportunities and leadership growth If you are a seasoned healthcare risk management professional with a passion for driving compliance and quality improvement, apply now and be part of a forward-thinking healthcare team at American Hospital Dubai. Post Details

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Desired Candidate's Profile Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Health, Wellness and Fitness Job Function Job Functions -> Risk Management-Compliance Employers Details Company American Hospital Dubai Contact Person HR American Hospital Dubai Designation HR Manager Telephone 043775500 Email infoahdubai.com