Compliance Officer Job at Excel and Grace Consulting

Excel and Grace Consulting is a key player in financial & business consulting, providing financial advisory services to people and organizations in Nigeria. Endowed with seasoned Consultants in Human Capital Development, Business Development, Accounting, Operations Management, Project management, Banking, Marketing, Brand Development, and so many other fields, Excel and Grace has adequately positioned itself as a solution provider.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Compliance Officer

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join our medical facility's compliance team. The Compliance Officer will ensure that our hospital meets all regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and best practices in healthcare operations.
• This role is responsible for monitoring and auditing hospital policies, procedures, and operations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including healthcare laws such as HIPAA, CMS guidelines, and patient safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure adherence to healthcare regulations, such as HIPAA, CMS, OSHA, FDA, and other relevant laws, ensuring the hospital remains compliant with healthcare industry standards.Policy
• Development and Implementation: Assist in the development, review, and enforcement of policies and procedures that comply with regulatory and legal standards.
• Auditing and Monitoring: Conduct regular audits and assessments of hospital practices, procedures, and documentation to identify potential compliance risks.
• Training and Education: Develop and deliver compliance training for staff and healthcare providers on regulatory updates, ethical standards, and risk management practices.
• Investigations: Lead investigations of potential compliance violations, report findings to senior management, and recommend corrective actions.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit detailed compliance reports to management, including updates on compliance status, risks, and any corrective actions taken.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks related to non-compliance, and work with the legal team to mitigate any risks associated with medical practice, patient safety, and confidentiality.
• Collaboration: Work with various departments (e.g., HR, legal, IT) to ensure that compliance issues are resolved efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Law, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a healthcare compliance role, preferably within a hospital or medical facility.
• Experience with healthcare regulations (HIPAA, CMS, OSHA, etc.) and auditing.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Certifications:

• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) through the Compliance Certification Board (CCB) or similar compliance certification.
• Certification in HIPAA Compliance preferred.
• Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP).
• Certification in Health Care Privacy and Security (CHPS) or Certified in Healthcare Privacy (CHP).

Results Expected:

• Effective compliance programs and policies implemented across the hospital
• .Compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards.
• Identification and mitigation of compliance risks.
• Timely and accurate compliance reporting and audits.
• Increased awareness and adherence to compliance policies among staff.

Parameters to Measure Performance:

• Compliance audit scores and findings.
• Number and resolution time of compliance issues and incidents.
• Quality and timeliness of compliance reports submitted.Staff feedback and engagement in compliance training and programs.Adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Salary
N300,000 - N400,000 / month.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: hr@eandg.com.ng and copy: eandg.tprecruiters@gmail.com using "Compliance Officer-PH" as the subject of the mail.