Director of Compliance Part-Time or Full-Time

Vertis Therapy•Noblesville, IN

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vertis Therapy, a therapist-owned healthcare organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Compliance Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant to oversee regulatory, legal, and ethical compliance across all therapy operations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and payer requirements related to physical, occupational, and speech therapy services while supporting a culture of integrity, accountability, and high-quality patient care. This is a hybrid position with a combination of remote work and on-site responsibilities at the corporate office in Noblesville, IN two to three days per week. The role involves overseeing healthcare compliance programs and regulatory adherence, supporting policy development, auditing, documentation review, and risk management initiatives. The Director will collaborate with leadership on compliance, operational, and HR-related functions, utilize strong technical skills for compliance systems and reporting, perform administrative duties, and provide guidance and education to staff regarding compliance standards and best practices.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted therapy license REQUIRED: Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) — candidates without a clinical therapy license will not be considered
Minimum of 5+ years of clinical and/or compliance experience within therapy services, including strong exposure to Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Assisted Living (ALF), and/or hospital-based therapy programs
Demonstrated knowledge of post-acute care regulations, including PDPM, Medicare Part A & B, and therapy service delivery models across multiple settings
Working knowledge of hospital-based compliance standards, including acute care documentation expectations, interdisciplinary coordination, and regulatory requirements
Strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, HIPAA, and therapy billing/coding practices

Nice To Haves

Active Indiana license as a PT, OT, PTA, or OTA preferred, or equivalent healthcare compliance experience
Knowledge of HR practices and healthcare operations preferred
Experience with audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting across multi-site or multi-state organizations preferred
Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program aligned with healthcare regulations and industry standards
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and guidelines, including Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, and state-specific therapy practice acts
Conduct regular internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews across clinical and operational functions
Lead investigations into compliance concerns and implement corrective action plans as needed
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and external auditors
Develop and deliver ongoing compliance training and education for staff and leadership
Establish and maintain policies and procedures that support ethical and compliant business practices
Oversee documentation standards, billing practices, and coding accuracy to minimize risk and ensure proper reimbursement
Track, analyze, and report compliance metrics and trends to executive leadership
Stay current on changes in healthcare regulations and proactively update company practices