Medical Compliance Specialist

Marrakech Inc; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marrakech Inc. is seeking a Medical Compliance Specialist in West Haven, CT to audit medical records, coordinate care plans with healthcare providers, and ensure compliance across licensing and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities include training staff on protocols, preparing progress forms, and tracking incidents and certifications. This role requires strong attention to detail and knowledge of DDS/ICF standards. Monday–Friday, on-site, with a salary of $21.82 per hour.

Qualifications

• Audit medical records and documentation per DDS/ICF standards.
• Coordinate care plans and appointments with healthcare professionals.
• Prepare progress forms and maintain nursing care plans and reports.

Responsibilities

• Audit pre-licensing and routine medical records and behavioral service documentation.
• Identify non-compliance issues and assist in corrective actions.
• Monitor records, storage, labeling, and medication documentation; ensure retraining when needed.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals to schedule and follow up on visits.
• Train staff on compliance protocols and best practices.
• Prepare physician progress forms and ensure accuracy across nursing care plans and emergency fact sheets.
• Maintain and file reports from multiple disciplines (OT, PT, SLP, etc.).
• Track hospital admissions and medication errors; ensure retraining and documentation.
• Alert leadership on expiring licenses/insurance and prepare compliance reports.
• Attend clinical meetings and serve on agency committees.
• Assist with training and testing procedures as needed.

Skills

Auditing & Compliance

Medical coordination

Documentation & reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY:

The Medical Compliance Specialist ensures individuals' clinical needs are met in accordance with regulations and agency policies by conducting audits, supporting management with compliance follow-ups, and coordinating clinical services as a liaison between individuals and healthcare providers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Auditing & Compliance

• Conduct pre-licensing and routine audits of medical records, medication cabinets, and behavioral service documentation.
• Identify non-compliance issues and assist in corrective actions.
• Monitor Tracvia, vital signs, BM logs, and controlled drug records.
• Ensure proper medication storage, labeling, and documentation (e.g., Kardex, PRN effectiveness).

Medical Coordination

• Liaise with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and appointments.
• Schedule and follow up on routine and specialty medical visits.
• Train staff on compliance protocols and best practices.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare physician progress forms and ensure accuracy across nursing care plans and emergency fact sheets.
• Maintain and file reports from various disciplines (OT, PT, SLP, etc.).
• Track hospital admissions and medication errors; ensure retraining and documentation (e.g., 255m, med cards).
• Alert leadership on expiring licenses/insurance and prepare compliance reports.

Meetings & General Duties

• Attend psych clinics and serve on agency committees.
• Act as backup instructor for medical and behavior management training.
• Assist with N95 mask fit testing and maintain medication certification.
• Operate vehicles safely for work-related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in DDS/ICF-funded programs.
• Knowledge of DDS/ICF/CARF standards.

SCHEDULE

• M-F 8a-4:30p

RATE

• $21.82/hr.