Compliance Specialist

Mountain View Hospital; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and

Retirement Plan 401K with match

Quarterly Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement Program

Discount for procedures

Job summary

Mountain View Hospital in Idaho Falls is seeking a Compliance Specialist to ensure infusion pharmacy, office and nursing operate in accordance with applicable laws and accreditation standards.

The role includes auditing medical records, preparing reports, and driving process improvements to meet accreditation requirements and maintain patient safety. Five years of healthcare auditing experience and strong English communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent with BLS

Responsibilities

• Audits medication records and ensures pharmacy services comply with federal, state and local health laws and accreditation.
• Ensures adherence to procedures and detects/prevents errors and quality problems.
• Investigates and takes corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinates performance improvement activities, including infection control and patient satisfaction.
• Prepares quarterly and annual audit reports with findings and statistics.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA and meets deadlines.

Skills

Auditing

English communication

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel knowledge

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Energy Plaza - Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Job Category: Health Care

Job Summary

Compliance Specialist ensures infusion pharmacy, office and nursing operate according to relevant laws and regulations. Responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and proposing measures for process improvement in order to meet accreditation standards. Conducts audits of medical records and prepare reports of findings. Ensures appropriate policies and procedures are in place in accordance with accreditation requirements. Completes audits and reporting in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Assistant Director of Outpatient Pharmacy Services, Office Supervisor and Clinical Nurse Supervisor by auditing medication records and performing tasks to ensure pharmacy's services and procedures are in compliance with all federal, state and local laws related to health and safety of patients, as well as relevant bodies of accreditation.
• Ensures adherence to procedures.
• Detects and prevents errors and other quality problems.
• Appropriately investigates and takes corrective action.
• Coordinates Performance Improvement plan activities, such as infection control and patient satisfaction improvements.
• Continually checks pharmacy's policies and matches them to standards to comply with accreditation requirements.
• Performs other pharmacy-related tasks as requested or required.
• Prepares quarterly and annual reports with audit results and statistics.
• Applies common sense and understanding when carrying out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form.
• Deals with problems involving several variables in different situations.
• Completes appropriate certification and/or licensing requirements.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times according to HIPPA.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
• Completes annual and as needed HealthStream courses, competency skills checklist, sets and achieves professional goals, actively pursuing growth and development.
• Cooperates with colleagues and supervisors to provide optimal customer service.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital and the pharmacy.
• Demonstrates quality, independence and effectiveness in work ethics.
• May work a unique schedule as needed.

About Mountain View

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of certified training program/healthcare careers college and/or training equivalent. Maintain a current BLS certification.
• Experience: Five years of experience in the healthcare field and/or education equivalent. Auditing background preferred.
• Equipment/Technology: Computer knowledge. Knowledge of automated pharmacy systems. Excel knowledge preferred.
• Language/Communication: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic math problems to calculate medication dosage.
• Interpersonal: Great communication and networking skills, ability to effectively cooperate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Performance: Works well under pressure, and can meet multiple, sometimes competing, deadlines. Can maintain confidentiality. Must be motivated.