Compliance Assistant

GATEWAY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INC; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Community Health Center Inc. in Laredo, TX seeks a Compliance Coordinator to support the Director of Quality Improvement/Risk Management and CPIRM Manager. The role blends administrative support, document control, internal auditing, and coordination of compliance activities across the organization.

You will help ensure HRSA, The Joint Commission, HIPAA and other standards are met, contributing to a culture of integrity, continuous improvement, and risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with HRSA, The Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tracking, verifying, and organizing compliance-related documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support the review, editing, and distribution of policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current regulations and internal protocols.
• Assist with internal audits and site inspections across clinical and administrative areas to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, HRSA, and other regulatory standards.
• Monitor internal communications for consistency with organizational policies and the Code of Conduct.
• Support onboarding and ongoing staff training related to compliance, HIPAA, and risk management.
• Coordinate and document CPIRM and ACO committee meetings, including recording meeting minutes and tracking corrective action plans.
• Prepare and support compliance-related presentations, reports, and educational materials for staff and leadership.
• Assist in risk identification and help implement strategies to mitigate organizational risks.
• Promote and support a strong culture of compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA requirements.
• Actively participates in the Employee Recognition Committee by attending monthly meetings, events, etc.

Skills

Organizational skills & attention tot

Written & verbal communication

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office & EDM systems

Independent work

Multitasking & prioritization

Audits & inspections

Professionalism & integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic document management systems

Job description

Job Details

Location: Central Clinic (Admin) - Laredo, TX 78041
Position Type: Full Time

DESCRIPTION

Supports the Director of Quality Improvement/Risk Management and the CPIRM Manager in ensuring the health center remains compliant with all applicable federal, state, and regulatory standards. This role involves a blend of administrative support, document control, internal auditing, and coordination of compliance-related activities across the organization. The position is essential in supporting a culture of integrity, continuous improvement, and risk reduction in accordance with the standards of HRSA, The Joint Commission, HIPAA, and other relevant entities.

SUPERVISION

Directly supervised by the CPIRM Manager.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop and lift up to 25 pounds as needed. Requires the use of office equipment including computers, printers, copiers, and telephones.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with tracking, verifying, and organizing compliance-related documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support the review, editing, and distribution of policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current regulations and internal protocols.
• Assist with internal audits and site inspections across clinical and administrative areas to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, HRSA, and other regulatory standards.
• Monitor internal communications for consistency with organizational policies and the Code of Conduct.
• Support onboarding and ongoing staff training related to compliance, HIPAA, and risk management.
• Coordinate and document CPIRM and ACO committee meetings, including recording meeting minutes and tracking corrective action plans.
• Prepare and support compliance-related presentations, reports, and educational materials for staff and leadership.
• Assist in risk identification and help implement strategies to mitigate organizational risks.
• Promote and support a strong culture of compliance and ethical behavior throughout the organization.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA requirements.
• Actively participates in the Employee Recognition Committee by attending monthly meetings, events, etc.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with HRSA, The Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations strongly preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic document management systems.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable conducting audits and inspections in both clinical and non‑clinical settings.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.