Compliance Officer in Elgin, Illinois at Derick Dermatology PLLC

*Candidates must reside in Illinois or Florida*

Derick Dermatology (DD) is an internationally recognized and award-winning medical practice. Founded in 2006, our world class providers offer medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care in state-of-the art facilities. Join the DD Family to protect, improve, and save the lives of patients in our communities. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and outstanding patient experience.

Core Values
At DD, our core values underpin our culture and guide our actions:

Servant's Heart: Find joy in serving others, ensuring our patients receive the best possible care.

Own It: Take full accountability for the care provided and actively contribute to the betterment of our practice.

Showtime: Bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and energy to every patient encounter and interaction with colleagues.

DD Family: Foster a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, working as a cohesive team to achieve our common goal of exceptional patient care.

Perks

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefit package

401k with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount on cosmetic services and products

Position Purpose

The Director of Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s comprehensive compliance program across a multi‑state dermatology practice. This role ensures adherence to all federal and state regulations, supports ethical business conduct, mitigates organizational risk, and promotes a culture of compliance across all operations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive compliance program that aligns with OIG guidance, HIPAA, and federal and state healthcare laws.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on compliance related issues.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify areas of compliance risk and develop action plans to address findings.
• Oversee HIPAA Privacy and Security programs, ensuring compliance across clinical sites, telehealth services, and digital communication platforms.
• Develop and deliver compliance education for onboarding and annual training cycles.
• Monitor regulatory changes and partner with other leaders to update policies accordingly.
• Conduct regular audits related to coding, documentation, billing, marketing practices, HIPAA, and clinical workflows.
• Prepare reports for regulatory bodies as required.
• Work closely with HR, Legal, Operations, Revenue Cycle, Clinical Leadership, and IT to ensure compliance integration across workflows.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Legal Studies, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in healthcare compliance
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare billing regulations.
• Excellent communication, judgement, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with EMR/EHR systems and Microsoft Office.

Additional Notes

• Occasional travel is required across practice locations for audits, training, and site support.
• Candidates must reside in Illinois or Florida.