SUMMARY: The Risk Management, Compliance and HIPAA Coordinator is responsible for BRMC’s risk management activities which include, but may not be limited to, safety/loss control policy development, ensuring adequacy of insurance coverage and terms, managing claims against the hospital, interfacing with defense legal counsel, administering an enterprise risk management program on a day-to-day basis, managing and analyzing risk management data, conducting risk management educational programs, complying with risk management standards from regulatory agencies with the objective of promoting patient safety, enhancing quality care, and minimizing loss to protect the assets of BRMC. This position is also responsible for developing and enforcing the Compliance Program for the hospital. Coordinates with departments for day-to- day activities in meeting and/or following ethical and sound business practices which meet the intent of CMS rules and regulations, as well as other applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines. The Compliance Officer has full authority to access any and all documents that are relevant to compliance activities. Responsible for compliance training programs and communicating compliance changes. Researches and reviews legislative, regulatory, and/or accreditation requirements that affect operations and compares them to current policies/activities. Develops and enforces programs/policies to comply with new laws and regulations. Responsible for overseeing compliance with federal and state patient privacy laws, including responsibility for HIPAA policy, training, investigations, and breach reporting and management

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor Degree required.
Experience: Minimum three (3) years hospital or relevant experience required.
Certifications: Certifications in risk management and compliance preferred.
Other: Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to create effective training programs and presentations. Ability to interact with patients, visitors, and individuals at all levels in the organization.

Safety Sensitive Designation:
This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to stand and walk, bend, squat, and twist, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure