Corporate Compliance Director

Full-time Description Remote position, but must be located in the greater Nashville, TN area. Salary - up to 130k/yr DOE. Corporate Compliance Director The Corporate Compliance Director oversees the Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC) Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews, promotes and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within PMC. The position ensures that PMC achieves consistently high levels of compliance with all laws and regulations while supporting the growth of PMC. Also, the position ensures that PMC's policies and procedures are being followed and that behavior in the organization meets PMC's Code of Conduct and Ethics. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leads PMC's Corporate Compliance Program and Committee; provides oversight and guidance for the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Director, and senior management on matters relating to compliance and monitors the day-to-day compliance activities of PMC. Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies, procedures and practices for the general operation of PMC and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Develops and periodically reviews and updates the PMC Code of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees. Collaborates with other PMC departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution. Consults with Human Resources, Clinical, and Operations as needed to resolve difficult compliance issues. Responds to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and the Code of Conduct & Ethics by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develops and oversees a system for uniform handling of such violations. Acts as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues/concerns within PMC are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolved. Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance to PMC on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future. Works with Chief Clinical Director to ensure proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required. Establishes and provides direction and management of PMC compliance and human resources hotline and other reporting channels. Monitors a log/tracking systems for all Confidential Disclosures through the hotline. Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting (a) use of the compliance hotline, (b) heightened awareness of PMC’s codes of conduct, and (c) understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures. Works with PMC’s Human Resources, Chief Clinical Director and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers, and monitors the performance of the Compliance Program and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve it effectiveness. Prepares periodic reports to the Board of Directors and the CEO detailing compliance initiatives throughout the year as well as recommending improvements/changes in the overall compliance program. Performs such other appropriate functions as may be assigned from time to time by (a) the Board of Directors and/or appropriate Board committees, and (b) executive leadership. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, customers, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Utilizes PMC’s resources and time respectfully and accountably and willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested. REPORTS TO Chief Executive Officer Requirements Supervisory Responsibilities: No Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree or certification preferred. License/Certification Required: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) preferred Minimum Work Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in health care setting with responsibilities related to regulatory issues. Direct corporate compliance experience preferred. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrated history of effective problem-solving, leading, collaborating, and communicating. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 1-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending, and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required. Salary Description Up to $130k/yr