Manager, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

Suvida Healthcare•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Manager, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs reports to the AVP, Legal & Compliance and has a key role in supporting the implementation of the seven elements of an effective compliance and helping promote the Company's vision, mission, and culture. The Manager, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs supports the AVP, Legal & Compliance in the implementation and strategic direction of Suvida’s Compliance Program (“Program”). This includes creating a compliance strategy that ensures business accountability for oversight over the day-to-day monitoring of the business areas as well as supporting business partners in implementing that strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
5+ years’ experience with healthcare compliance, healthcare administration, auditing or healthcare regulatory affairs.
Strong knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations, including: HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, Medicare and Medicaid regulations, Medicare Advantage regulations, CMS Conditions of Participation, OIG Compliance Program Guidance, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act
Experience working in healthcare quality, compliance, operations and supporting the risk assessment process, monitoring or audit activities and response to inquiries.
Experience conducting compliance audits and investigations (including breach responsiveness).
Self-starter and interested in learning and developing expertise in new and emerging areas through education, networking and new experiences.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and presentation skills; written and verbal.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to embrace and simplify complex concepts.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Enjoy building and developing relationships.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health or a related field in healthcare legal preferred.
Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) preferred.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage organization’s healthcare compliance program and support ongoing compliance strategic planning
Perform internal audits and monitor operational practices to identify compliance risks
Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, CMS, OIG guidance, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statue and other healthcare regulations
Collaborate with department leaders to implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness including: Identifying key watch areas, Providing short/long term solutions, Supporting accountability and enforcement, Monitoring outcomes and progress
Investigate reported compliance concerns, violations, and potential fraud, waste, or abuse.
Supervise and manage Regulatory Compliance team roles as assigned.
Develop and deliver compliance education and training programs for employees, providers and leadership.
Conduct risk assessments, maintain documentation related to compliance activities, investigation and regulatory inquiries.
Coordinate system projects by partnering with accountable business owners and proactively lead efforts to mitigate risks associated with business activities, confirm risk measurement/s and business monitoring and align with internal and regulatory requirements.
Create, modify, update and implement company compliance policies and chair the company's Policy Committee.
Proactively develop risk management strategies for known, unknown and/or anticipated company risks in partnership with direct supervisor and Compliance team.
Lead risk audits; identify risk and/or noncompliance areas and produce actionable, data-driven reports.
Monitor regulatory changes and communicate new requirements throughout the organization.
Coordinate Root Cause Analyses when indicated and proactively share data, risk management trends and educate stakeholders.
Promote ethical decision-making and maintain confidential reporting mechanisms.
Provide simple contract review support, analysis and oversight.
Perform other duties as assigned