Compliance/Rights Officer

Compliance/Rights Officer Role Responsibilities: The Compliance/Rights Officer is responsible for the development, implementation, training and oversight of the Compliance Plan. As the Compliance Officer, any notification of anonymous complaints regarding fraud, waste or abuse are investigated by this position. The position serves as the Rights Protection Officer to ensure that complaints made directly to the Rights Protection Officer are handled in an expeditious, and effective manner.

Records of all complaints handled are maintained and reported to the Senior Leadership Team monthly. The position provides oversight of the electronic health record with respect to compliance with HIPAA laws, privacy, confidentiality, and appropriate access to records for Texana Center staff. In addition, the position serves as the Custodian of Medical Records and provides oversight of all subpoenaed and other records requests and supervises the Medical Records Specialist.

The position must be able to pull, redact and send electronic medical records to assist the Medical Records Specialist when needed. The position provides updates as requested by the Senior Leadership Team and Board. The position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer. Works a 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday 8:00 – 5:00 with exceptions to meet program needs.

The position readily accepts additional assignments as requested by the Chief Executive Officer. Responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of the compliance policy. Salary 100% - $28.85/hour 95% - $27.40/hour 90% - $25.96/hour Required Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study Texas driver’s license in good standing as defined by Texana Center’s procedure 3 years of experience in a healthcare or related business setting Experience in providing training to groups of people Effective communication skills Experience in preparing complex written reports with close attention to detail Preferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills At least one year of experience providing direct supervision Knowledge of rules and regulations governing behavioral healthcare, developmental disabilities or autism services in Texas.

Spanish Speaking Experience in the development and management of organizational procedures related to compliance, rights and ethics. Texana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer