HIPAA Privacy Investigator & Operations Administrator

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

8d•$58,000 - $62,000

About The Position

The HIPAA Privacy Investigator & Operations Administrator, within the Office of Compliance and Ethics, is responsible for overseeing privacy compliance activities, investigating potential HIPAA violations, and supporting privacy office operational functions that ensure efficient, compliant, and effective organizational performance. This role serves as a key liaison between privacy, leadership, staff, and external stakeholders to protect patient information while optimizing operational processes.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or equivalent and two (2) years of experience involving federal or state privacy laws, other legal field experience or work requiring access to an electronic medical record.
College or other relevant post-secondary coursework may substitute for the experience requirement on a year for year basis.
Within 12 months of hire, applicant will be required to be certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC).
Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Health Information Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Compliance, or a related field
Minimum 1-3 years of experience in HIPAA compliance, privacy investigations, healthcare operations, or related areas
Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations, healthcare privacy requirements, and compliance frameworks
Experience conducting investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective action planning
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and compliance or case-management systems
Experience working with an electronic medical record

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations into alleged privacy breaches, unauthorized disclosures, and violations involving protected health information (PHI)
Analyze incidents, interview involved parties, review documentation, and determine findings
Prepare detailed investigative reports, corrective action recommendations, and executive summaries
Monitor compliance with HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules
Coordinate breach risk assessments and support breach notification activities when required
Maintain investigation records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements
Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs for employees
Monitor emerging healthcare privacy regulations and recommend policy updates
Collaborate with legal counsel, compliance officers, human resources, and department leaders regarding privacy matters
Coordinate daily operational activities to support organizational and privacy office objectives and regulatory compliance
Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and workflows
Monitor and track privacy incidents and projects and prepare reports for leadership
Support contract administration, vendor management, and departmental budgeting processes
Facilitate process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service quality
Coordinate meetings, project plans, and cross-functional operational initiatives
Maintain operational records, databases, and compliance documentation
Support employee onboarding, training coordination, and policy implementation activities
Ensure adherence to organizational policies, and applicable regulations