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Allegheny County · 3 hours ago

Compliance and Privacy Officer

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$83K/yr - $83K/yr

3+ years exp

Allegheny County is seeking a Compliance and Privacy Officer who will ensure that Kane Community Living Centers comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The role involves developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting audits, and overseeing the Medical Records department.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Develops and implements policies and standard operating procedures to ensure an effective compliance program, privacy program, and code of conduct throughout the organization

Reports on a regular basis to the governing body, Executive Director, and Compliance Committee on the status of current compliance programs and the facility’s vulnerability to fraud, abuse, and waste

Creates an annual compliance work plan and implements ad hoc projects identified in the annual compliance work plan

Investigates alleged corporate compliance violations and assists in the development and implementation of corrective action plans with the assistance of Legal Counsel

Collaborates with various departments to prepare for government inspections, implements corrective action plans, and complies with audit work plans

Audits and surveys records to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability

Meets with federal, state, and local officials to validate corporate compliance program

Maintains local manuals and policy directives that govern compliance programs, such as the CMS and HIPAA program manuals

Develops, facilitates, and participates in multifaceted training programs and informational sessions with families, independent contractors, and the public regarding compliance programs and initiatives

Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure that appropriate reviews are conducted as required by federal and state law

Oversees and manages the Medical Records department; supervises one direct report

Functions as the HIPAA Privacy Officer for Kane Community Living Centers and participates in various regional center committees

Performs other duties as requested or required

Qualification

Compliance program developmentHIPAA knowledgeFederal/state regulationsElectronic health recordsMicrosoft Office SuiteSupervision principlesLong-term care processesAnalytical skillsEffective communicationRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related degree AND three (3) years of compliance and medical records experience in a healthcare, hospital, or long-term care facility, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training is acceptable

Successful completion of a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to the operation and administration of long-term care facilities, including the applicable life safety codes

Knowledge of Social Security, HIPAA, CMS, Medicaid, and Medicare requirements

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision

Knowledge of long-term care business processes and systems

Skill in Microsoft Office Suite

Skill in electronic health records

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, County officials, residents, their family members, and the general public

Ability to plan and implement policies, programs, and procedures related to corporate compliance, privacy, and related areas

Ability to investigate compliance issues and work with the residents within a long-term care facility

Ability to analyze and interpret federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding the operation of long-term care facilities

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities and projects

Residency in Allegheny County within 1 year

Company

Allegheny County

Allegheny County is home to some of the world’s leading businesses and organizations in the fields of advanced manufacturing, information & communications technology, healthcare & life sciences, finance & business services, education & research, and energy & environmental solutions.

Founded in 1788

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees