Compliance and Privacy Officer

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Time Type:

Full time

Hours per Pay Period:

80

Shift:

Day Shift

Minimum:

$72,708.00 USD

Maximum:

$98,370.00 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position)

Department:

Quality Division

Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description:

Compliance and Privacy OfficerProvides leadership, direction and oversight to compliance and privacy programs of Bay Area Hospital.  Monitors and reports results of the privacy/compliance efforts to the executive management team and Board of Directors.  Implements all necessary actions to ensure achievement of the objectives of the privacy/compliance management program.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Essential job requirements listed in bold)

• Proactively and strategically facilitates and directs organization wide privacy/compliance management program to ensure compliance with statutory mandates, regulatory requirements, safety and accreditation standards
• Responsible for proactive policy and procedure development and revisions to meet regulatory requirements
• Manages legal claims and follows up as appropriate
• Conducts privacy/compliance education, including legislative updates and potential significant events information
• Creates and maintains a robust, but appropriately focused, audit schedule across all departments.  Identifies trends and recommends corrective action to Human Resources.
• Identifies potential areas of vulnerability and risk, develops process improvement plans and provides substantive guidance on how to mitigate similar situations in the future
• Operates within the annual budget and maintains appropriate financial and other statistical information
• Provides reports on a regular basis and as directed or requested, to keep the executive management/Board of Directors informed on the operation and progress of compliance efforts
• Ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies and appropriate and/or required
• Maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, heightened awareness of compliance expectations and understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures
• Acts as HIPAA privacy officer for the organization
• Supports ongoing compliance in reviewing and updating related policies and procedures.
• Ability to quickly analyze complex regulations and assess gaps to bring Bay Area Hospital into compliance.
• Heads high profile investigations, presents approaches and plans to senior leaders and meets deadlines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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• Builds trust and strong relationships in a climate of respect and collaboration.
• Proactively drives change, adapts to uncertainty, and seeks innovative solutions.
• Communicates clearly, effectively, and with composure in both routine and crisis situations.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, critical thinking, and methodical problem-solving skills.
• Leads effectively through delegation, accountability, and timely performance management.
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and project management.
• Balances multiple priorities with flexibility, attention to detail, and resource stewardship.
• Maintains reliability, consistency, and professionalism in all responsibilities.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

(Essential job requirements listed in bold)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Nursing, Clinical Science or related field
• HCCA Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) strongly preferred, required within one year.
• Other credentials in privacy/security or compliance (e.g., AHIMA CHPS, IAPP CIPP/US or CIPM) considered an asset.

EXPERIENCE

(Essential job requirements listed in bold)

• Minimum of 5 years management experience in a healthcare risk management, compliance or privacy role

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation:  None

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required. 

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds
• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
• May require off-site travel

Compensation Grade:

G

Compensation Grade Profile:

G - Salaried

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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