University of South Alabama hiring Risk Manager – 005340 in Mobile, AL

Position Number 005340

Position Title Risk Manager – 005340

Division Finance and Administration

Department 175200 – Risk Management

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accredited by the University of South Alabama and four years of related professional experience in a risk management or quality assurance setting; OR a bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Allied Health from an accredited institution as approved and accredited by the University of South Alabama, three years of directly related experience and current licensure with the State of Alabama as a registered nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Risk Management department is seeking to hire a Risk Manager. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Conducts various risk investigations, including incidents, adverse events and complaints; prepares reports on findings to Risk Management.
• Assists with providing Risk Management services to hospital and clinical departments.
• Reviews and processes legal requests to ensure HIPAA compliance and records prior to release.
• Reviews medical records and documentation for potential risk issues.
• Maintains working knowledge of the Shield reporting system for hospital and clinic incidents.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Researches and reports on patient issues; creates detailed medical summaries.
• Attends hospital, clinical, and/or campus meetings as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 07/01/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days Monday – Friday

Working Hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary Regular