Compliance Specialist (Project Management)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The Compliance Specialist is responsible for planning, supporting, and implementing Compliance, Risk Management, and Environment of Care programs for the organization. The individual collaborates with service line directors and managers in all departments to ensure internal compliance with regulations and policies. The position participates in external audits and surveys (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, Department of Health, Joint Commission) and serves as the primary contact for reporting liability-related situations. Key responsibilities include resolving risk management issues, conducting ongoing assessments of potential liabilities, assistance with safety programs and delivering education on compliance and risk topics.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in healthcare administration, public health, law, business administration or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in healthcare (pre- and post-acute based services preferred)
OTHER (SPECIFIED):
Notary Public a plus
Certified Healthcare Compliance (CHC), preferred