Ethics & Compliance Officer I

freseniusmedicalcare; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a senior Compliance leader to develop, implement, and communicate the Global compliance program within the assigned division. You will monitor compliance with state and federal laws, collaborate with legal and regulatory teams, and lead initiatives to embed a strong compliance culture across the organization.

You will adapt to a large, evolving business, provide training, and oversee risk assessments, data mining and self-monitoring programs to support the division's

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of compliance and a developed understanding of the business to function as a member of the division's management team, mitigating risks that impede goals.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for the global compliance function within assigned divisions.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws and regulations (e.g., Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA) and ensures policies align with regulatory requirements.
• Leads compliance activities, updates policies, and trains employees to maintain corporate compliance standards.
• Collaborates with law, regulatory, and government affairs to implement compliant processes and monitoring systems.

Job description

Hybrid - Upon agreement between you and your supervisor, you are entitled to a flexible arrangement where you will be able to split your time between working from the office and working remotely.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Supports Fresenius Medical Care Global, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FME's Global Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements

Responsible for the development, implementation and communication of the Global compliance program in assigned area of responsibility. Implements and monitors compliance as it relates to the assigned business division and directly supports the divisional management team. Responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and ongoing revision of policies and procedures published through the Compliance department, as well as ensuring that existing and new company policies and procedures are consistent with the objectives of the Compliance department. Assists the assigned business in their efforts to comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Collaborates with Compliance Audit to contribute to projects related to the Compliance Audit, Self-Monitoring, Data Mining and Risk Assessment programs for the assigned division.. Supports and reports into the Vice President of Global Compliance Care Enablement.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies knowledge of compliance and a developed understanding of the business of FME Care Enablement and the assigned division to function as a member of the assigned division's management team, working to mitigate the risks that impede the division's goals.
• Acts as an accessible, visible and available subject matter expert for the business in the Global Functions
• Establishes a compliance culture as a strategic, competitive advantage.
• Adapts to and reacts to the needs of a rapidly growing and changing business and understand the complexities of a large organization.
• Maintains current knowledge of law, regulation, and market changes that impact all aspects of the business including, but not limited to, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, Patient Inducement Statute, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, relevant Office of Inspector General (OIG) Model Guidance and applicable Advisory Opinions.
• Works in conjunction with the law department, regulatory and government affairs to better understand operational requirements under the law. Assists the business in implementing policies, processes and monitoring systems in an effort to remain compliant.
• Leads the FME compliance activities within the division to support and enforce the overall Compliance program policies, procedures and standards, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Participates in the periodic review and update of FMCNA Compliance program policies, procedures, and training, to ensure continuing relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
• Actively supports the assigned division's Management team to discuss high level issues affecting the business and operations and to act as a resource for the division's management team for all compliance issues.
• Identifies key risk areas and works with the assigned division to mitigate risk through education, training, policy development and monitoring systems. Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining relevant compliance training materials.
• Provides guidance to the assigned division in the development and interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development and review of new business activities and programs.
• Serves as a resource for employees of the assigned division. Coordinates the resolution of compliance-related issues and concerns with the appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Assists the business in the development and implementation of compliance training programs and educational material tailored to the specific needs of the division, consistent with the Corporate Compliance goals. Programs include introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training as required.
• Delivers compliance training presentations as necessary, live or virtually
• Participates in the development of the annual FMCNA compliance plan, including annual compliance plans tailored to the assigned division(s).
• Directs or participates in - collaborating with other departments as applicable - the timely closure of Compliance Action Line (CAL) investigations along with other potential compliance issues not reported through the CAL. Responds appropriately to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and the FME Code of Conduct.
• Acts as liaison with counterparts in the department that support other assigned divisions regarding compliance concerns across assigned divisions.
• Assists with activities related to outside investigations, including but not limited to potential fraud and abuse issues, which could be either general or targeted. Assist