Workforce Compliance Specialist

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SUMMARY:

• Functions as a professional liaison between Emory Healthcare and regulatory accrediting membership-based organizations and affiliated educational facilities/institutions regarding credentialing and credential verification.
• Builds relationships with internal customers and client groups and liaises with Human Resources business partners (HR BP) to deliver consistent and high-quality customer service.
• Accountability for compliance in accordance with accreditation standards and credentialing required by law regulation or hospital policy.
• Actively develops and maintains a working knowledge of the requirements (laws regulations policy and guidelines) related to credentialing and credential verification.
• Position is characterized by the ability to prioritize and organize multiple assignments and identify solutions to challenges as they occur in a growing environment.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
• Participates in coordinates and implements special projects as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and verify the credentials of healthcare professionals ensuring all licenses and certifications are up-to-date and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of healthcare regulations and standards to ensure the organization meets all compliance requirements.
• Accurately record and update credentialing information in the organizations database ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Prepare for internal and external audits by ensuring all credentialing documentation is complete and readily accessible.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and regulatory bodies to resolve any credentialing issues or discrepancies.
• Generate regular reports on credentialing status and compliance metrics for management review.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in credentialing and compliance monitoring.
• Assists in developing training and documentation related to processes and audits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Associates degree in Human Resources Healthcare Administration Public Health Business or related field.

Experience:

• Two (2) progressive experience in human resources healthcare compliance auditing or regulatory affairs or healthcare related experience in workforce compliance records management auditing or statutory and regulatory compliance.
• OR in lieu of Associates degree 4 years total of relevant experience mentioned above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification in Human Resources through workshops seminars or course work.
• SPHR PHR or Certified Joint Commission Professional (CJCP) certification.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs. 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs. 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs. 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers typing reading writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.