Internal Auditor

Family & Children's Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Family & Children’s Services in Tulsa, OK seeks an Internal Auditor to oversee design and improvement of audit plans and compliance risk assessments. You will ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and policies while guiding leadership with actionable insights.

Responsibilities include conducting audits, developing plans, performing fieldwork, reporting findings, and promoting a culture of compliance. Requires 3+ years in auditing and knowledge of healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3+ years of auditing, process improvement, compliance, risk management, and analytics experience.
• Experience with data management and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to evaluate internal controls and compliance.
• Develop and execute audit plans and testing strategies.
• Perform fieldwork, collect/analyze data, and prepare audit reports.

Skills

Healthcare regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Tools

Auditing software

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

IT systems in healthcare

Job description

The Internal Auditor is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s audit plans and compliance risk assessments. This role ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards through the use of audit plans. The Internal Auditor provides insight into current compliance, adherence to standards and industry best practices to assist leadership in their strategic decision-making processes.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance with both internal policies and procedures and state and federal regulations
• Develop and execute audit plans and programs, including risk assessments and testing strategies
• Perform fieldwork, collect and analyze data, and prepare detailed audit reports.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to management and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain knowledge of current regulations, industry best practices, and emerging trends.
• Collaborate with other internal and external stakeholders to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or other related field required

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of professional experience in auditing, process improvement, compliance, risk management, and analytics.
• Experience with data management and analysis tools.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Decision Making
• Engagement
• Initiative and Accountability
• Interpersonal
• Learning
• Organizational Alignment
• Quality of Work

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, including federal and state requirements, HIPAA, OCR, ODMHSAS, Section 1557, and billing compliance.
• Technical proficiency in auditing software, Microsoft excel, data analysis tools, and familiarity with IT systems relevant to healthcare operations.
• Knowledge of investigative procedures, internal audit processes, evidence handling, documentation standards, and root-cause analysis.
• Skills in analyzing complex regulatory guidance, risk data, audit data, and translating them into actionable insights.
• Ability to partner with Legal, HR, Security, Operations, Compliance, and other teams to ensure organizational alignment.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• Current CHC, CHPC, or CHRC or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire.

OTHER INFORMATION

SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB CLASSIFICATION:

This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the “safety-sensitive” classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.

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