Compliance and Safety Investigator

Job Details

Job Location Richmond, VA Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree or Equivalent Experience   Travel Percentage Negligible

Description

Position Description

The Investigator's primary role is to investigate potential noncompliance with OPTN (Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network) Obligations, including OPTN policies and bylaws, and applicable provisions of the OPTN Final Rule, and other matters that may pose a potential risk to patient health or public safety or the integrity of the OPTN.

Key Responsibilities

The Investigator : Ensures that investigations follow established processes, are objectively and thoroughly conducted, and are appropriately documented

• Works with members to implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies as needed
• Prepares clear, concise and factual reports
• Effectively communicates findings to the OPTN's peer review body, the Membership and Professional Standards Committee, and other key staff and stakeholders as appropriate
• Recommends proactive measures that will reduce the risk of similar future incidents
• Helps identify and develop educational resources for the OPTN community on matters pertaining to patient health, public safety, and noncompliance with OPTN Obligations

Conduct and Document Investigations : Triage and appropriately classify patient safety reports submitted to the OPTN.

Data Analysis and Education : Routinely analyze data to identify potential trends or areas of concern regarding compliance with OPTN Obligations and potential patient safety issues.

Special Projects : Routinely update templates and systems associated with principal duties and responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Critical Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education

Physical Requirements

General office demands