Compliance Analyst

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Summary

The Compliance Analyst is responsible for performing a variety of activities in support of compliance program initiatives, with a focus on auditing and monitoring.

Responsibilities

1. This position performs a variety of activities in support of compliance program initiatives, with a focus on auditing and monitoring.

      a. Researching regulatory requirements and guidance

      b. Preparing audit program written communications, assessment tools and formal reports

      c. Collect, analyze and summarize information relevant to the scope of audits

      d. Schedule audit-related meetings, such as entrance conferences and fact-gathering sessions

      e. Organizes audit materials, including electronic file management and data entry into audit application(s)

      f. Assists in monitoring project timeline and resources, milestone achievements and deliverables

      g. Assists in monitoring the completion of corrective action plan tasks and remediation activities

      h. Assists in the compliance risk assessment process used in the development of the annual compliance department work plan

      i. Assists with other compliance program activities and initiatives as needed

      j. Assists with audit activities in response to third party inquiries, including government agencies and contractors

      k. Assists in the preparation of reports detailing auditing and monitoring activities for various compliance committees

      l. Work collaboratively with others, both inter and intra-departmentally, with a team-centered approach, while exhibiting a professional and approachable demeanor

2. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

3. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

4. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Other duties as assigned.

Career Type: Professional

Individual contributors focused on executing operational, functional and/or business strategy, with a range of responsibilities in a professional discipline or specialty. The majority of time is spent on the delivery, implementation or design of processes, programs and polices using specialized knowledge and skills normally acquired through advanced education. May lead and/or organize the work of other lower level professionals, or manage processes and programs.

Competencies General

- Established and productive contributor; continuously improves on processes and systems that may require understanding of a broader set of issues or other job areas

Leadership & Talent Management

- May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry level employees

- May lead parts of less complex projects or processes

Communication & Influence

- Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area to internal stakeholders and counterparts

- Communicates with contacts both within and outside of job area on matters that require some explanation or interpretation

- Influences parties within job area regarding concepts, practices and approaches

Organizational Impact

- Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within job area with direct impact on job area results

- Established and productive contributor; continuously improves on processes and systems that may require understanding of a broader set of issues or other job areas

- Works independently on larger, moderately complex projects/ assignments

Knowledge & Experience

- Requires practical knowledge and demonstrated competence within job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with limited experience

Degree

- Requires theoretical knowledge, often gained through a combination of experience and/or advanced education, college / university degree Bachelor
 

Years of Experience

- >2 and <6

Education Requirements:

- A Bachelor's degree is required.

 
Preferred Skills or Special Abilities:

- Must have effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

- Must have the knowledge and ability to interpret regulatory requirements and the ability to employ effective problem-solving skills to make appropriate recommendations for process improvement.

- Must be able to write clear, detailed reports summarizing the nature of scope and purpose of reviews, audit findings, application of analysis and recommendations.

- Must demonstrate mastery-level proficiency with Microsoft applications and other systems necessary to conduct auditing and monitoring activities, such as data collection and analysis

- Must demonstrate an ability to review and interpret electronic medical record documentation.

- Must have strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

- Must be able to communicate effectively with persons of varied backgrounds, education levels and cognitive abilities. Must be able to communicate thoughts, ideas, information and messages with clear language, style, organization and format appropriate to the subject matter, purpose and audience.

- Must be an active listener.

- Must have excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify a problem, determine the root cause, communicate findings and participate in the development of the solution.

- Must be detailed oriented.

- Must have sound professional judgment.

- Must be capable of managing difficult conversations with sensitivity.

- Must have the ability to respond to sensitive information objectively, discreetly, and maintain confidentiality.

- Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity and practice ethical standards.

 
Required Certifications / Licensure:

- Certification in a healthcare compliance-related specialty is required.

- Must be currently certified and in good standing with one of the following: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Professional Compliance Officer (CPCO), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC).

Preferred Certifications / Licensure:

- See minimum specifications or equivalency; current certification in good standing with licensing/certification board is required prior to hire. Certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

- Must have Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) course certification for IS-700B:An Introduction to the national Incident Management System (NIMS) or obtain within 30 days of placement in role.

- Must have Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) course certification for IS-100C:Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100) for Healthcare/Hospitals or obtain within 30 days of placement in role.

- Must have Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) course certification for IS-200.HCA: Applying ICS to Healthcare Organizations (ICS 200) or obtain within 30 days of placement in role.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

- Minimum two years' experience in healthcare compliance, preferably with a large, multi-faceted healthcare company or academic medical center.

- Experience with compliance audits and ongoing monitoring activities, including the development and monitoring of corrective active plans, data collection and analysis, or other healthcare compliance-related activities required.

- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and certification(s) may serve as a substitute for the education requirements.

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