You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Director of Risk Management to oversee the organization's compliance program, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. The role involves collaborating with the senior leadership team to develop compliance strategies and promoting a culture of integrity and ethical conduct. This position requires strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of compliance and ethics.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's compliance program.
• Ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop compliance strategies.
• Promote a culture of integrity and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in a healthcare environment doing compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree OR an Associate’s degree with acquired business experience.
• Deep expertise in HIPAA and healthcare laws.
• Strong data analysis and clear communication for training staff.
• Incident investigation and strategic crisis management skills.
• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Professional Compliance Officer (CPCO), or other nationally recognized accreditation in compliance preferred.
• Previous FQHC experience preferred.

Skills

• Data analysis
• Clear communication
• Incident investigation
• Strategic crisis management

Additional Requirements

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Onsite presence required for compliance rounding at clinics and monthly board meetings. Initially, maybe 1 day per week remote work is possible. Building relationships at the clinic level is essential.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.