Manager - Program Integrity

Qlarant; Mississippi; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Qlarant is seeking a Senior Manager of Program Integrity to lead the performance and compliance of enterprise contracts, overseeing investigative teams and coordinating with government agencies and other external partners.

The role focuses on monitoring processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, and ensuring transparent, compliant program operations across divisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 8-11 years of experience; 12-14 years preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs and monitors program integrity efforts to ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Identifies and mitigates risks to program integrity across projects.
• Develops and implements controls to detect and prevent fraud.
• Conducts advanced investigations and leads targeted reviews with investigative teams.
• Prepares regular reports on integrity metrics and communicates with regulators and external stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Fraud investigations

Team leadership

Process improvement

Stakeholder management

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Qlarant is a not-for-profit corporation that partners with public and private sectors to create high quality, safe, and efficient delivery of health care and human services programs. We have multiple lines of business including population health, utilization review, managed care organization quality review, and quality assurance for programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities. Qlarant is also a national leader in fighting fraud, waste and abuse for large organizations across the country. In addition, our Foundation provides grant opportunities to those with programs for underserved communities.

Best People, Best Solutions, Best Results

Job Summary

Owns responsibility for ensuring the optimal performance of the Program Integrity division within enterprise contracts, continuously monitoring and analyzing performance metrics to identify opportunities for improving processes and procedures. Assists and supports Senior Manager - Program Integrity in operations and administration of contracts, overseeing the day-to-day activities of investigative teams and leading in targeted/strike force reviews and intelligence targeting. Communicates regularly and serves as a liaison with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other external stakeholders to ensure transparent and compliant company programs.

Essential Functions

• Directs teams to monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies, working to prioritize and collaborate on investigations and fraud schemes.
• Identifies and evaluates potential risks to program integrity and develops strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Installs best of class measures to maintain and improve the quality of program activities, ensuring they meet established standards.
• Formulates and implements strategies to detect and prevent fraud within programs, including establishing controls and monitoring systems.
• Acts independently to assess existing processes for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
• Collaborates with other departments, stakeholders, and external entities to ensure a holistic approach to program integrity.
• Conducts advanced investigations into potential instances of fraud, misconduct, or non-compliance; takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintains accurate documentation of program activities and produces regular reports on program integrity metrics and compliance status.
• Instructs program staff on relevant compliance and integrity matters to ensure understanding and adherence to policies.
• Manages team performance through regular, timely feedback as well as the formal performance review process to ensure delivery of exceptional services and engagement, motivation, and team development.

Level of Supervision Received

Drives work independently and escalates questions and issues, as needed

Education (can be substituted for experience)

Minimum Bachelor's Degree required

Work Experience (can be substituted for education)

8 - 11 years of experience required; 12 - 14 years preferred

Certification(s)

Certified Fraud Examiner or Accredited Healthcare Anti-fraud Investigator preferred

Qlarant is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qlarant is a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screens.