"Patient Safety Clinical Specialist"

The Patient Safety Clinical Specialist plays a key role in promoting a safety-supportive culture and the consistent application of evidence-based practice within UCSF Health. Reporting to the Director of Patient Safety, this position supports the implementation of the UCSF Patient Safety Plan and works to prevent, mitigate, and reduce harm from medical errors and system defects. The Specialist coordinates investigations, analyzes patient safety data, and collaborates with leadership across departments to strengthen systems and promote continuous improvement.

The role involves serving as a subject matter expert on patient safety initiatives, conducting root cause analyses, facilitating educational programs, and advancing a culture of safety and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate surveillance, data collection, and analysis of complex patient safety incidents, adverse events, and areas of noncompliance.
• Manage projects and track corrective actions related to patient safety events and investigations.
• Review and interpret data on patient safety practices, incidents, and outcomes; prepare detailed reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and monitor action plans ensuring regulatory compliance and integration of safety practices into clinical operations.
• Lead or participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEA), and Culture of Safety initiatives.
• Support education and training programs related to patient safety and the incident reporting system.
• Maintain professional development in patient safety and regulatory changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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The anticipated duration of this assignment is 2 months.