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The Vice President of Compliance (VPC) serves as the executive leader of the pediatric health system's compliance program, overseeing all regulatory and ethical matters to ensure adherence to applicable laws, standards, and policies. The VPC conducts and oversees regulatory compliance audits and investigates potential violations. The VPC works closely with executive leadership, board members, and staff to foster a culture of compliance and ethical integrity across the organization. The VPC reports administratively to the Chief Legal Officer, and on a quarterly basis to the Chief Executive Officer and the Chair, Enterprise Risk and Compliance Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, Akron Children's is making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. They also partner with other health systems to bring their neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in community hospitals. With more than a million patient visits a year, Akron Children's is leading the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery.
Qualifications
The successful candidate for this exceptional opportunity will be a talented and successful leader who possesses great creativity, a passion for innovation and driving value, strong communication skills, and executive presence. The next Vice President, Compliance will be someone who thinks differently and brings new ideas and approaches to an already strong team. Candidates must have the following:
Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or business major required. Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration or Juris Doctor preferred. Certified Healthcare Compliance (CHC) and/or Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States preferred.
10 years of health compliance experience with hospital or health system of size is required. Two years must be in a senior leadership role. Experience must include at minimum the following: Medicaid and Medicare billing guidelines; Developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance policies and procedures; Proven ability to design and deliver compliance training programs to health system staff and providers at all levels; Conducting risk assessments, identify enterprise risks, and develop strategies to mitigate compliance risks; Proven ability to conduct internal and oversee external audits and develop corrective action plans.
Work closely with various departments within the healthcare system, including legal, human resources, finance, and operations, to promote a culture of compliance.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address compliance issues from the onset of concern through resolution.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to educate staff and collaborate with various stakeholders.
Demonstrated leadership experience to manage a compliance team and build a culture of compliance within the healthcare system.