Compliance & Patient Rights Specialist

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums for full‑t­

Generous time off and holidays

Longevity pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Compliance Coordinator to support the Department of Service Excellence. The role focuses on compliance, patient rights, and patient advocacy, serving as a resource for all stakeholders and collaborating with internal departments and external agencies.

Key duties include reviewing compliance concerns, assisting investigations, maintaining records, coordinating training, and aiding in the development of policies and procedures to ensure adherence to laws, regulations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred (JD, MBA, MPA).
• Three (3) years of related experience; preferably in compliance, legal or audit.

Responsibilities

• Supports the university's Institutional Compliance program and helps prevent, detect, and correct noncompliance.
• Maintains accurate compliance documentation and manages reporting and training initiatives.
• Investigates allegations of noncompliance and helps respond to compliance inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Develops and revises compliance policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to monitor regulatory changes and track risk.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data systems

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Compliance Coordinator to support the Department of Service Excellence. The role focuses on compliance, patient rights, and patient advocacy, serving as a resource for all stakeholders and collaborating with internal departments and external agencies.

Key duties include reviewing compliance concerns, assisting investigations, maintaining records, coordinating training, and aiding in the development of policies and procedures to ensure adherence to laws, regulations,