Director of Compliance

Vertis Therapy•Noblesville, IN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vertis Therapy, a therapist-owned healthcare organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Compliance 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 throughout the week.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted therapy license is 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
Experience with audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting across multi-site or multi-state organizations preferred
Active Indiana license as a PT, OT, PTA, or OTA preferred, or equivalent healthcare compliance experience
Experience with healthcare compliance, regulatory standards, and auditing processes
Strong organizational, technical, administrative, and communication skills
Knowledge of HR practices and healthcare operations preferred

Nice To Haves

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
Oversee healthcare compliance programs and regulatory adherence
Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, and payer guidelines
Support policy development, auditing, documentation review, and risk management initiatives
Collaborate with leadership on compliance, operational, and HR-related functions
Utilize strong technical skills to support compliance systems, reporting, and operational processes
Perform administrative duties related to compliance oversight and daily operations
Provide guidance and education to staff regarding compliance standards and best practices