In House Attorney /Compliance Specialist

Corporate Compliance

1. Effectively oversees the implementation of the Corporate Compliance program and organizes, plans & directs compliance activities & functions to verify that the organization complies with all applicable Federal & state laws and regulations, institutional mission, philosophy and policies. Develops and maintains compliance standards and procedures for all organizational activities to be followed by employees. Interpret or obtain professional advice in the interpretation of compliance standards and processes. Organizes and maintains the organizations compliance files, information, correspondence, reports and other documentation regarding the program in a readily accessible manner.

2. Develops and coordinates appropriate compliance education programs for all employees and physicians through programs, meetings, seminars and individual training. Updates and presents Compliance, Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics and HIPAA training for new employee orientation. Works with Human Resources to develop education materials. Updates and presents annual education to all employees of the organization.

3. Coordinates, monitors and assures compliance by initiating compliance audits and investigations for the purpose of monitoring and detecting any misconduct or noncompliance. Provides a reporting system for employees to report misconduct (i.e. compliance hotline).Investigates and documents and resolves all allegations of noncompliance.

4. Evaluates the compliance program regularly, at least annually, to ensure the effectiveness of the program. Develops and administers organizational risk assessment as needed to assist in this process. Annually develops organizational Compliance Work Plan.

5. Develops and conducts special investigations for the organization. These include, but are not limited to, complaints, allegations or concerns related to issues in departments such as Human Resources, Nursing, Finance, etc., which may have financial, regulatory or legal impact to the organization. Acts as an independent examination and assessment body to ensure that all complaints, allegations or concerns are being appropriately evaluated, investigated, reported and resolved. Performs interviews, develops compliance investigatory notes during the course of the investigation. Maintain communication, as appropriate, with legal counsel and external investigatory agencies. Maintain investigation record and prepare investigation summary. Assure proper internal reporting of the investigation, maintaining confidentiality as appropriate.

Staff attorney/compliance coordinator will provide legal review and advice on varied matters such as contracts, regulatory compliance, routine employment matters, guardianships, etc. Excellent research and writing and language drafting skills required.

Reports to VP Legal Affairs

Job Requirements

Excellant verbal and written communication skills Exemplify initiative and professional demeanorPC proficiency, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and working on the AS-400 systemUnderstanding of internal controls and financial systems

JD minimum of three-five years of healthcare experience, in a medical or physician setting Extensive knowledge relating to Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations

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Category:	Other Jobs
	> Attorney
Location:	Somerville, NJ
County:	Somerset County
ZIP Code:	08876
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Somerset Medical Center
Phone:	email only please
Fax:	email only please