What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Officer II position at Texas A&M University Health Science Center?
Job Title
Compliance Officer IIAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Risk ManagementProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Bryan, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Compliance Officer II monitors, develops, executes, and facilitates program compliance with federal, state, and Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) regulatory and governing standards, including but not limited to laws, regulations, statutes, codes, policies, procedures, rules, and directives, as well as compliance own internal and external policies and procedures.
The Compliance Officer II is responsible for conducting onsite inspections and assessments to ensure clinical compliance, preparing reports, and maintaining records of discrepancies and corrective actions. It includes coordinating Clinical Compliance Committee meetings, documenting actions, and preparing data for reporting, such as chart reviews and patient feedback. Additionally, the position entails reviewing patient incidents, developing healthcare policies and procedures, and monitoring clinical personnel training.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume a re strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Location/Schedule: This position is located in Bryan, Texas. This position may require flexibility to work beyond normal office hours including but not limited to overnight stays and additional travel as needed.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Five years of related experience in clinical compliance and/or healthcare activities
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in developing and/or administering centralized compliance programs
Experience in an academic setting or environment
Advanced or graduate degree in an applicable field
Prefer some License or Certification: CHC, Certified Coder, RN/LVN/MA
Program implementation skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Responsibilities:
Clinical Assessment and Monitoring
Clinical Compliance: Performs onsite inspections, conducts assessments of patient care areas, monitors OIG compliance, charting, coding, and clinical activities. Prepares reports, maintains records, and documents discrepancies and corrective actions. Reviews patient incidents and ensures proper recording and record management.
Program Support: Supports and facilitates the growth of the Clinical Walkthrough Assessment Program, coordinating compliance among HSC Clinical Operations, the College of Medicine, the College of Dentistry, the College of Nursing, and University Health Services/EMS. Coordinates Clinical Compliance Committee meetings, documenting actions and preparing data for reporting.
Compliance Management: Monitors known and emerging compliance issues, measures internal control effectiveness, and develops action items to address identified issues. Consults on new system implementations and enhancements. Monitors compliance with federal, state, and TAMUS regulatory standards, identifying and addressing clinical compliance vulnerabilities.
Policy Interpretation and Support: Interprets departmental policies, rules, and regulations, ensuring they are followed. Responds to questions, troubleshoots issues, and oversees monitoring of policies, procedures, and rules related to clinical developments. Serves as a resource for the university community to ensure clinical meets high standards of respect and confidentiality. Ensures proper use and disclosure of information in accordance with laws and TAMU System policies.
Policy and Procedure Development and Review
Compliance Program Management: Monitors, develops, executes, and facilitates compliance programs with federal, state, international, and TAMUS standards. Ensures adherence to laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develops and secures remediation strategies. Creates and executes project plans, prepares supporting documentation, and drafts narratives for obligations, analyses, and recommendations.
Privacy Protection: Safeguards confidential information of students, patients, and employees.
Audit Coordination: Coordinates internal and external audits, providing requested information and planning pre-audits and follow-up audits. Maintains a database of rules and procedures.
Healthcare Compliance: Assists in developing policies and procedures for healthcare services. Monitors clinical personnel training, reviews course assignments, and tracks regulatory changes.
Investigations and Accountability: Conducts investigations of clinical compliance violations. Enhances accountability through information collection, analysis, and best practices implementation.
Training and Representation: Delivers training and education programs for clinical compliance. Represents the department at events and provides guidance to ensure clinical compliance.
Why Texas A&M University ?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
