Compliance and Quality Specialist

Arizona Center for Cancer Care•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The compliance specialist plays a supportive role in developing, managing and executing the compliance program by establishing plans and processes to identify and reduce compliance violations, preventing and responding to allegations of improper or illegal activities, enforcing compliance, and disciplining non-compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
A minimum of five years of progressive experience in healthcare compliance and quality is required
Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills is required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between locations.

Nice To Haves

bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred
Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred; if applicable, the RN must hold current and unrestricted licensure with the Arizona State Board of Nursing

Responsibilities

Reviews and updates policies and procedures as deemed necessary for annual review or as changes occur.
Assists in development of new policies as necessary.
Monitors and documents compliance activities.
Consults with legal department and leadership on compliance matters.
Educates employees on targeted compliance issues.
Tracks and responses to complaints identified on patient satisfaction surveys.
Conducts audits and documents findings for all clinics to ensure compliance with DHS regulations.
Performs compliance audits of existing procedures and controls to identify, detect, and correct noncompliance.
Evaluates and implements changes to compliance processes due to new or amended regulations.
Delivers communication and training initiatives that inform stakeholders about compliance requirements. This includes but is not limited to new hire orientation, DHS training, etc.
Assists the VP of compliance with setting up and running the safety and quality committee.
Provides support to all clinics to meet performance and quality metrics to include but not limited to, clinical inspections, health & safety requirements, and patient experience.
Collaborates with practice administrators on operations, facilities, policies, and regulatory performance.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned