Compliance Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY: Assist Compliance Program with audits/reviews, creating assessment and training tools; gathering data and compiling findings; and providing Compliance related training to CSMD's workforce. Works under the supervision of CareSouth's Compliance Officer to help the agency meet and exceed regulatory obligations .

WHAT TYPE OF PERSON WILL DO WELL IN THIS POSITION?

• Learns quickly
• Takes initiative
• Takes ownership of projects
• Maintains accountability
• Comfortable speaking with all team members, including leadership, in person or virtually
• Exceptional skills in Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook
• Appreciates and respects policies and procedures
• Thinks critically and synthesizes information

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge and understanding of Employee Handbook.
• Carry out the meaning of the CSMD Mission and Vision statements.
• Practice a culture of safety to reduce or prevent risk of injury, claims, loss, or liability by utilizing the Risk Management, the Infection Control Plan and other Management Plans.
• Perform responsibilities with a high-quality standard to yield improved compliance, quality, and patient outcome measures by adhering to the Quality Improvement Plan.
• Be present and ready for work as scheduled.
• Attend in-service trainings, departmental meetings, and community events as assigned.
• Work cohesively with team members.
• Assist the Compliance Officer/Compliance Manager with the collection and evaluation of written data; and reports for regulatory bodies.
• As necessary, assist with revising Compliance Program material to meet changing needs of the organization.
• Help manage compliance issues received via email, phone and/or in person when needed.
• Appropriately answer questions and educate workforce on compliance matters (e.g., internal policies and procedures, organization and HRSA Compliance Manual(s), Operational Procedures, HRSA Program Requirements, and other regulatory requirements, etc.)
• Assist with compliance risk assessment training.
• As needed, assist with document requests, procedure changes, and other CareSouth projects.
• Audit and monitor data, systems, and processes for compliance to policies, regulations, and laws in accordance with established procedures.
• Study and gain expertise in legal requirements at all government levels regarding compliance related issues regarding CareSouth activities.
• Collect internal compliance data and analyzes it to identify potential issues.
• Apply and interpret audit and compliance requirements for various departments.
• When required, provide support to departments in correcting compliance issues.
• As needed, participate in various company technical committees, and assist in interpreting regulations to resolve organizational and operations' issues and attend staff meetings.
• Assist as required, in the creation, review, management, and implementation of internal policies, protocols, forms and tools and program requirements established by the agencies that regulate CareSouth operations.
• Report findings to management as required.
• Assist with Emergency Management and Preparedness tasks and assignments .
• Ensures adherence to organization, OSHA and other designated governing bodies related to workplace safety.
• Follows established federal, state, and local policies, procedures and programs relating to health and safety in the workplace.
• As required, assist with data gathering and analysis for legal purposes.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Care, Business, Public Health, Public Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 2-5 years' experience in a Compliance role (essential).
• Confident, professional, and self-motivated with a keen interest in the ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements in healthcare.
• Working knowledge of compliance issues.
• Integrity and professional ethics.
• Outstanding presentation, writing and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
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• Detail-oriented with superior problem-solving skills
• Ability to foster strong professional relationships.
• Ability to multitask, manage and prioritize work.
• Works comfortably under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently after receiving instructions.
• Highly computer literate. Microsoft Office competency.
• Possess reliable transportation and willing to travel as required.

SUPERVISES

• N/A

 

TRAINING

• Relias Track A Non-Clinical
• Relias CareSouth Onboarding

 

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT EVALUATION TYPE

• Administrative and Programmatic

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Visual acuity - always
• Hand - eye coordination - always
• Lifting approximately 10-15 lbs.,
• Pushing, Pulling - sometimes
• Sitting - extended periods of time
• Stooping, Bending, and Standing - sometimes
• Walking- frequent; short distances
• Manual Dexterity - fine motor skills for typing; document handling

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor, environmentally controlled
• Exposure to disease or infections
• No vibrations
• Exposure to artificial and/or natural light
• Exposure to outdoor weather elements