What are the responsibilities and job description for the Privacy Specialist position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
The Privacy Specialist performs compliance and privacy investigations; provides research and analysis on industry standards; audits (exclusions, conflict of interest reporting, etc.); uses sound judgement and professional expertise to accurately collect facts and evidence; and maintains documentation and confidentiality of compliance and privacy investigations.
This position integrates the candidate's compliance knowledge with their analytical and communication skills to support the objectives of VCU Health System and Compliance Services.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED:
Two (2) to three (3) years' experience in general compliance, regulatory, fraud and/or investigations
1 year privacy, operations, support, or paralegal role
Experience PREFERRED:
Previous healthcare regulatory environment experience
Previous systems experience with databases and on-line websites.
Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Allied Health Professions or other related field from an accredited program
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Ability to independently:
Conduct privacy and compliance risk assessments in collaboration with business unit management
Conduct research providing documentation and analysis for compliance and privacy related issues
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements: N/A
Age Specific groups served: N/A
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
VCU Health System Authority (VCU Health) complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political affiliation, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, residence, financial status, or any other manner prohibited by law.
