Sr. Privacy Associate

Luminis Health • Annapolis, MD

12d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Senior Privacy Associate supports the Privacy Officer in implementing and maintaining the organization’s privacy program. This role ensures compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, HITECH, PIPA, and other applicable privacy laws. The position focuses on operationalizing privacy controls, conducting risk assessments, and integrating privacy into daily operations and technology systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Law, Compliance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare privacy or compliance.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, HITECH, and state privacy laws.
• Experience conducting audits and supporting privacy investigations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and professional communication tools.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and work independently with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills and discretion in handling confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with healthcare systems such as Epic.
• Familiarity with privacy compliance software (e.g., Bluesight, EthicsPoint).
• Legal or healthcare compliance background preferred.
• Professional certification preferred (CHPC, CHC, CHPS, CIPP/US, or CIPM).

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the privacy program.
• Monitor compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, state privacy laws, and internal policies.
• Conduct periodic audits and privacy risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
• Support investigations, documentation, and timely reporting of privacy incidents and breaches to regulators.
• Assist in developing and delivering HIPAA and privacy training to workforce members.
• Research and analyze federal and state privacy regulations; recommend and implement compliance solutions.
• Draft and maintain privacy policies, procedures, and notices of privacy practices.
• Respond to privacy inquiries and access requests within required timeframes.
• Support review and assessment of Business Associate Agreements (BAAs).
• Track and report privacy metrics, incidents, and organizational risk posture.
• Participate in Compliance and Privacy Committee meetings.
• Stay current with privacy regulations, enforcement trends, and best practices.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level