Corporate Compliance Officer & Director of Audit & HIPAA Privacy

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient‑centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award‑winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Corporate Compliance Officer & Director of Audit & HIPAA Privacy on our Corporate Compliance team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center‑Middletown.

Responsibilities

The Corporate Compliance Officer (“CCO”) oversees the Garnet Health Corporate Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates compliance issues and concerns arising within the organization. The CCO collaborates with the Board of Directors and the CEO to ensure that all directors, officers and employees are properly educated about, and maintain compliance with, the applicable rules and regulations of State and Federal regulatory agencies, Garnet Health policies and procedures, and the Garnet Health Code of Ethical Conduct. The CCO reports jointly to the CEO and the Board Audit & Compliance Committee, functions as the HIPAA Privacy Officer and provides supervision and direction to the Compliance Audit Manager.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Compensation for the role is $146,094 - $182,618 annual.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity)

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Masters’ Degree in a Healthcare field, required.

Minimum Experience:

• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a healthcare organization, five (5) of which must have been in a Compliance Leadership role. Familiarity with operational, financial, quality assurance, human resources, audit, compliance procedures, laws and regulations is required.
• Communicate effectively (both written and oral) with peers, staff, legal counsel, physicians, and Board (including large group presentations). Must have the ability to lead, guide and direct the corporate-wide compliance program. Must have a working knowledge of the regulatory rules and consequences of non-compliance, such as those for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Requires an exceptional level of interpersonal skills, sensitivity, tact and diplomacy.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting and demonstrated continuing education to maintain best practices as a compliance expert, required. Maintain subject matter expertise in Compliance, Audit, and HIPAA functions through continuing education, seminars, trade associations, government contacts, etc.

Required Certification/Registration:

• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) required.
• Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) preferred but not required

Physical Requirements: Travel to multiple facilities is required.

Working Conditions:

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well- lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.