What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Specialist position at Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy?
Description
Job Summary
LACENTA Clinic is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to ensure
adherence to regulatory guidelines, policies, and internal procedures across all our clinic
locations. This role is integral in ensuring that the clinic operations comply with healthcare laws,
industry standards, and internal practices. The Compliance Specialist will work closely with
clinical and administrative staff to promote a culture of compliance and mitigate risks related to
healthcare regulations.
Requirements
Job Duties and Responsibilities
1. Regulatory Compliance:
? Monitor and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal healthcare laws and
regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA).
? Regularly review and interpret healthcare regulations to provide guidance on
compliance matters.
? Conduct risk assessments to identify compliance gaps and areas of improvement.
2. Policy Development & Implementation:
? Develop, implement, and update internal compliance policies and procedures in
alignment with applicable healthcare regulations.
? Assist in the development of training programs to educate staff on compliance-
related topics.
? Conduct regular reviews of internal policies to ensure their relevance and
alignment with regulatory changes.
3. Audit & Monitoring:
? Perform internal audits and assessments of clinic operations to ensure compliance
with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
? Analyze audit findings and prepare reports for management, providing actionable
recommendations for improvement.
? Coordinate with external auditors when necessary and oversee any external audits
or inspections.
4. Compliance Training & Support:
? Provide ongoing compliance training to clinical and administrative staff to ensure
a high level of awareness and understanding of compliance issues.
? Serve as a resource for staff on compliance questions, issues, or concerns.
? Create and distribute compliance-related materials, ensuring all staff members
have access to necessary documentation.
5. Incident Management & Reporting:
? Investigate any potential compliance violations, misconduct, or risk-related
incidents within the clinic.
? Maintain detailed records of investigations and resolution actions taken.
? Report findings to senior management and regulatory bodies as needed.
6. Continuous Improvement:
? Stay up-to-date on the latest regulatory changes in the healthcare industry and
identify opportunities for compliance improvement.
? Recommend process improvements to minimize risks and enhance operational
efficiency.
7. Collaboration:
? Work closely with clinic leadership, clinical staff, and administrative teams to
ensure that all operations meet or exceed compliance standards.
? Collaborate with legal counsel and regulatory agencies as needed to address
compliance concerns.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
? Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Law, or a
related field.
? Certifications in healthcare compliance (e.g., CHC - Certified in Healthcare Compliance)
are preferred.
Experience:
? Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in healthcare compliance, risk management, or a
related field.
? Knowledge of healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, OSHA, CMS guidelines, and other
relevant laws is required.
Skills & Competencies:
? Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex regulations and apply them in
practical scenarios.
? Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
? Ability to communicate complex compliance issues effectively to staff at all levels.
? Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with
compliance management software.
? High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and discretion in handling confidential
information.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are reflective of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will be required
to:
? Sit for long periods at a time.
? Use hands and fingers in repetitive motions, daily.
? Ability to lift, push, pull up to 20 lbs. periodically.
? Travel to clinic locations or sites as needed.
? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Salary : $23 - $30
