Director, Legal And Regulatory Compliance

Director of Legal and Regulatory ComplianceLocation: 4500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44103Employment Type: Full-TimeReports to: Senior Vice President of Legal, Risk Management, and ComplianceAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Director of Legal and Regulatory Compliance to lead our organization's compliance strategy and serve as our designated Privacy Officer. This is a critical leadership position that ensures our organization maintains the highest standards of legal, regulatory, and ethical conduct while protecting the privacy rights of those we serve.In this role, you'll provide strategic guidance to senior leadership, design and implement enterprise-wide compliance programs, and oversee our organization's adherence to HIPAA, Medicaid regulations, and other applicable laws and standards.Key ResponsibilitiesLegal & Regulatory Compliance Leadership

Design, implement, and continuously improve our enterprise-wide compliance programMonitor evolving laws, regulations, and industry standards; interpret and communicate their implications to stakeholdersCollaborate with program leadership to draft, review, and implement organizational policies and proceduresOversee compliance with Medicaid and state regulatory agenciesLead investigations of regulatory concerns and potential violationsSupervise Program Compliance Managers

Privacy Officer DutiesAs the organization's designated Privacy Officer, you will:

Oversee all HIPAA privacy activities for the organization as a covered health care provider and health planDevelop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HIPAA privacy policies and proceduresEstablish and administer processes for receiving, investigating, and resolving privacy complaintsLead privacy incident response, breach identification, and notification protocolsConduct HIPAA compliance audits and support external investigationsCoordinate with HR on sanctions for privacy policy violationsMaintain expert knowledge of laws governing protected health information (PHI)Ensure compliance with HIPAA documentation, retention, and notice requirements

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Legal, HR, IT/Security, Operations, Program, and Clinical teamsProvide expert consultation on privacy, regulatory requirements, and policy mattersFoster a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization

QualificationsRequired

Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree in law, compliance, or related fieldProven leadership experience in legal, regulatory, or compliance rolesStrong ethical judgment and decision-making abilitiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to evaluate alternative solutionsDemonstrated systems thinking and ability to conceptualize comprehensive approachesSuperior interpersonal, leadership, and teamwork capabilitiesExceptional verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage complex, multi-faceted workloads and prioritiesExperience functioning as a change agent and communicating recommendations to diverse audiences

Preferred ExperienceFamiliarity with one or more of the following:

HRSA and FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center) regulationsOhio Department of Behavioral Health ServicesThird-party provider standards for reimbursementMedicare/Medicaid reimbursement structuresFederal Head Start and Early Head Start programsOhio Board of Pharmacy regulationsThe Joint Commission standards

What We Offer

Health & Wellness:

Choice of medical and dental plansVision coverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent CareMental Health SupportEmployee Assistance ProgramCalm SubscriptionShort and Long-term Disability

Financial Security:

Life InsuranceRetirement Savings (401k) with company contribution

Professional Development:

Support for continuing education and credential renewal

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