Director of Compliance & Risk Strategy - Flexible Scheduling

Northwest Permanente; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Parental Leave

Self-Care Days + PTO

Health plan (90% employer-paid)

Pension / retirement contributions

Job summary

Northwest Permanente seeks an experienced Director of Compliance to lead and evolve a comprehensive compliance program. You will operationalize OIG principles across our multi-specialty physician practice and guide key initiatives as a strategic partner to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include directing risk-based assessments, audit frameworks, investigations, and executive reporting. The role requires strong leadership, clinical collaboration, and a commitment to a speak-up culture across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in healthcare admin or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in healthcare compliance or regulatory roles.
• 5+ years of direct leadership in a complex healthcare delivery setting.
• CHC/CCEP/CHPC certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Direct annual compliance assessments and translate findings into work plans.
• Lead investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective actions with HR/ops.
• Oversee hotline intake and integrity of investigations and reporting.
• Drive targeted training to promote a speak-up culture and non-retaliation.
• Collaborate with regional partners to align compliance efforts.

Skills

Healthcare compliance

Leadership

OIG Seven Elements

Fraud/Waste/Abuse

Audit methodologies

Risk assessments

Executive dashboards

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, health law, public policy, or related

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Northwest Permanente seeks an experienced Director of Compliance to lead and evolve a comprehensive compliance program. You will operationalize OIG principles across our multi-specialty physician practice and guide key initiatives as a strategic partner to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include directing risk-based assessments, audit frameworks, investigations, and executive reporting. The role requires strong leadership, clinical collaboration, and a commitment to a speak-up culture across