Manager of Compliance

WellStreet•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Manager of Compliance is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing WellStreet’s enterprise-wide compliance programs. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), this position ensures the organization maintains full adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, healthcare laws, internal policies, and ethical standards. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding the organization against regulatory risks, promoting a culture of compliance, and driving continuous improvement across compliance processes and systems. The Manager of Compliance partners with internal and external stakeholders—including senior leaders, compliance officers, and business units—to design, implement, and maintain policies, risk mitigation strategies, and training programs that align regulatory initiatives with organizational goals. As a hands-on leader, the Manager of Compliance provides guidance to the Quality and Compliance team and leads cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic healthcare environment. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to foster collaboration across departments to ensure consistent and effective compliance practices throughout the enterprise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Law, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CHPC, CHC) strongly preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance leadership, preferably within a healthcare setting.
In-depth knowledge of healthcare compliance regulations.
Experience with healthcare accreditation processes and standards.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive results.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver under tight deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience presenting to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, administrators, and healthcare teams to promote adherence to compliance, safety and quality standards.
Audit, Monitoring and Reporting: Audit and manage audit activity of key areas of regulatory compliance, establish monitoring systems to track compliance activities and report findings to senior leadership.
Lead and manage compliance staff by clearly communicating and upholding core values, policies, and procedures. Foster a culture of accountability and excellence while actively mentoring team members and supporting their professional growth and development.
Spearhead enterprise-wide urgent care accreditation efforts by leading readiness initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and regulatory requirements. This includes preparing documentation, facilitating mock surveys, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement to maintain accreditation status and elevate quality of care across all sites.
Provide strategic direction for the organization’s compliance ensuring alignment with industry standards and business objectives.
Cultivate a culture of compliance through ongoing training, communication, and reinforcement of best practices.
Lead and guide internal investigations into complaints, incidents, and adverse events, with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. Ensure all investigations are thoroughly documented, findings are clearly reported, and appropriate follow-up measures are taken to support compliance and continuous improvement.
Conduct detailed risk assessments to proactively identify areas of compliance vulnerability and implement corrective actions.
Monitor changes in federal and state laws to ensure continued organizational compliance.
Partner with legal counsel and administration to revise and improve compliance policies and procedures.
Analyze performance data using statistical tools to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Create and deliver data-driven presentations and reports using advanced desktop publishing tools to effectively inform and engage stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
Design, implement, and evaluate training programs to increase awareness and accountability in compliance practices.
Regular travel required to operational sites across markets to oversee compliance implementation.
Performs other duties as assigned