POSITION SUMMARY

The Compliance Officer provides direction and oversight of the Compliance Program. The Compliance Officer is responsible for identifying and assessing areas of compliance risk for BVCHD; communicating the importance of the Compliance Program to the executive management and the Board of Directors; preparing and distributing the written Code of Conduct, setting forth the ethical principles and policies which are the basis of the Compliance Program; developing and implementing a retaliation-free internal reporting process, including an anonymous telephone reporting system; and collaborating with executive management to effectively incorporate the Compliance Program within system operations and programs and to carry out the responsibilities of the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Creating and implementing effective Compliance Program
Provides direction and oversight of the Compliance Program
Monitors and assists in resolutions of compliance issues
Identify and assess areas of compliance risk for BVCHD
Prepare and distribute the written Code of Conduct
Develop and implement a retaliation-free internal reporting process
Performs special projects as directed by CEO or Board of Directors
All other duties or responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field or related field
Holds or in process of obtaining Certified Healthcare Compliance Certification within 1 year of hire
BLS certification within 3 months of hire

Education Preferred:

Holds Certified Healthcare Privacy Compliance Certificate
Law degree (health law focus a plus)

Minimum Experience REQUIRED:

Previous experience in a healthcare setting

Experience Preferred:

Privacy Officer experience
Knowledge of EHR information technology, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Skills:

Ability to interact and handle difficult situations in a helpful manner
Ability to evaluate clinical performance
Ability to develop policies and procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong investigative skills
Excellent verbal, written and listening skills

Bear Valley Community Healthcare District

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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