Director of Corporate Compliance

For 45 years, SEMRHI, a network of Community Health Centers, has been serving the needs of Southeast Mississippi. In addition, we serve the needs of many of the school districts and students in the area.

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Corporate Compliance coordinates the overall Quality Management and Improvement Program and provides education to staff regarding Quality Management and Improvement and Risk Management. Coordinates and evaluates Risk Management data and trends as it pertains to Quality Management and Improvement and other risk trends. The Director of Corporate Compliance works with all staff to reduce the number of incidents and accidents that occurs every year in a medical setting. This person develops and implements a corporate compliance plan by changing policies, practices and procedures to best protect the organization. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the staff, patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinates Risk Management reporting of incidents.
• Oversees the Quality Management & Improvement Committee
• Provides consultation and direction in development of organization-wide and department-specific Quality Management and Improvement Plan(s).
• Responsible for all applicable policies and procedures.
• Participates with leaders from governing body, management, medical and allied staff to improve the quality and appropriateness of patient care delivered.
• Communicates identified process problems or opportunities to improve with appropriate department staff.
• Investigates and reports results or concerns related to patient care as requested by insurance companies, regulatory agencies and others.
• Participates in the investigations of Sentinel Events, Near Misses and Root Cause Analysis.
• Provides education/in-services in Quality Management and Improvement and Risk Management issues as needed.
• Assists with any claims against the organization, whether they are simple complaints or major lawsuits.
• Communicates with legal counsel during a lawsuit.
• Settles any complaints in a quick and efficient manner with minimal damage to the image or finances of an organization.
• Alerts the medical staff and other employees of potential risks with educational programs that comply with standards established by accrediting and regulatory agencies.
• Prevents the effects of an accident and loss on the medical organization.
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance
• Verify timecard at the end of each pay period
• Performs related work, as assigned
• Effectively evaluates employees by completing 6 month and annual evaluations prior to the deadline
• Counsels employees on areas of improvement by completing trainings and PCN's in a timely manner
• Completes the required IT/Security trainings prior to the deadline

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field, business, management, public health, public administration, or legal studies preferred.
• Knowledge of Healthcare Quality Management/Improvement and Risk Management Programs.
• Knowledge base of Patient Rights.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Ability to coordinate and integrate all performance improvement activities in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentially of patients information.

Physical and Other Demands:

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen and physical assessment.
• Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 40 pounds.
• Must continuously listen, visualize, and have dexterity and eye-hand coordination.