Job Description:
Baptist Health is looking for a Regional Director, Compliance and Privacy - East to join our team. This is a remote position that requires residency in KY, IN, or IL
Directs and monitors physician practice-related compliance activities on a daily basis which may include more than 50 physical locations and/or more than 200 physicians and non-physician practitioners as well as their support staff, including practice acquisitions in the assigned region. Contributes to the fulfillment of the mission and vision by planning, designing, implementing and maintaining professional practice programs, policies and procedures. Assists in the implementation of system-wide and professional practice policies and procedures, develops and conducts educational programs and administers reviews related to the Baptist Health HIPAA Privacy Program. Oversees all ongoing regional activities related to the development, implementation, maintenance of and adherence to the Baptist Health policies and procedures covering the privacy of, and access to Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with federal and state laws and BHS policies and procedures.
Responsible for the due diligence on compliance-related issues and determines the appropriate corrective action, to include the identification of operational gaps, process improvement needs, identification of educational opportunities and coordinating resolution. Communicates findings and recommendations to the BHMG regional leadership team and facilitates effective resolutions in a timely manner.
This position requires frequent travel within assigned region (up to 60%). Travel expenses may be reimbursable according to the Baptist Health Travel policy.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience in physician practice operations, compliance, medical billing, or related area is required.
Minimum of three years of management experience in physician practice operations, compliance, or other related area is required. (A minimum of five years' work experience which demonstrates strong leadership may be considered in lieu of management experience.)
Demonstrated leadership skills with strong commitment to assume responsibility and effectively collaborate across all levels of an organization.
Physician Coding Certification (by AHIMA and/or AAPC) and/or Certification in Compliance (HCCA or AAPC) and experience in physician procedural and diagnosis coding, third party payer reimbursement, and CMS requirements specific to Medicare Part B preferred.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times is required.
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
