What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Director, Compliance & Privacy position at Parkview Health?
Summary: Parkview Health System is a multifacility, multistate system currently serving 22 counties in Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio. Parkview has 14 hospitals with 1,287 beds, over 1200 providers, and over 16,000 employees. Parkview is a national leader in safety and quality, patient experience and workplace culture. We are seeking to fill the position of Corporate Director, Compliance & Privacy. This position can be in person, hybrid or primarily remote.
The right candidate will, with the oversight of the Chief Legal/Chief Compliance Officer, oversee all components of an effective compliance program to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct by developing, maintaining and revising policies and procedures for the operation of the compliance program with an emphasis on Medicare/Medicaid billing compliance and HIPAA compliance. Serve as the Parkview Health Privacy Officer. Assist in developing, maintaining and executing the Parkview Health annual compliance plan. Maintain and update as needed the Parkview Health Code of Conduct. Collaborate with other departments, including HR, Risk Management, Legal and Internal Audit, to ensure that there is an appropriate and thorough review of any identified compliance issues followed by an appropriate resolution. Respond to alleged violations of regulatory policies and practices. Develop effective compliance training and education for all coworkers, leaders and providers.
Must have a solid working knowledge of key health care regulations impacting Parkview and stay abreast of all emerging regulatory issues and proposals that may impact Parkview’s compliance program. Keeps leadership informed of the impact of any potential or approved regulatory changes.
Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising Parkview Health’s Compliance and Privacy team, including Compliance Managers and staff. Works closely and collaboratively with internal and external legal counsel on sensitive or high-risk matters requiring legal advice. Serves as a key liaison to the Parkview Health Compliance & Audit Committee. Oversees all compliance subcommittees and work groups. Serves as a leading voice for the Parkview compliance program, including presenting to various Parkview boards, committees, providers, leaders and coworkers on a regular basis regarding compliance and privacy topics.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related field or professional area (business, finance, administration) required, with a graduate degree in a related field or Juris Doctorate strongly preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of broad health care compliance experience required, including in-house experience with a large hospital or integrated health system. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of ongoing projects and tasks. Must have ability to effectively manage a team of compliance managers, auditors and other compliance professionals. Demonstrates a solid understanding of applicable federal and state billing regulations and statutes (Medicare & Medicaid). Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA Privacy & Security regulations, fraud and abuse laws, and Indiana and Ohio healthcare laws (or ability to learn the states laws quickly). Demonstrates understanding of how to administer a compliance program, including audits and investigations, maintaining compliance policies and procedures, and developing and conducting compliance education and training. Must have ability to present complex information in a clear and understandable manner to small and large groups, including senior leadership, Boards, and Board Committees.
