Regulatory Affairs Specialist - West Central

OSF HealthCare; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to serve as SME for accreditation, certification, and regulatory programs (e.g., TJC, IDPH) and to drive readiness across OSF locations, including Holy Family Medical Center and Saint Luke Medical Center.

The role leads mock surveys, tracers, and readiness assessments; prepares regulatory responses; partners with clinical and operations leaders to identify risk and communicate annual risk assessments; acts as a liaison during surveys and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field.
• 2 years of practice in healthcare.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; detail oriented and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory programs and mock surveys; ensure readiness and sustained compliance across OSF locations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $36.04 - $42.40/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

For posting purposes, a primary work location is listed; however, this role may be assigned to any OSF HealthCare location within the area of support. Travel across supported OSF locations will be expected.

Holy Family Medical Center, Saint Luke Medical Center

POSITION SUMMARY: The Regulatory Affairs Specialist serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for all accreditation, certification, and regulatory programs (e.g., TJC, IDPH, specialty certifications) and is accountable for providing feedback to operating units for continuous survey readiness and sustained compliance. This role leads mock surveys, tracers, and readiness assessments; prepares and submits regulatory violation responses; facilitates recovery and performance improvement efforts; and monitors corrective action plans for completion and effectiveness. In partnership with clinical and operational leaders, the Specialist proactively identifies regulatory risk, develops and communicates an annual risk assessment to prioritize high‑risk monitoring, and serves as a primary liaison during surveys and certifications. The role provides expert regulatory guidance and supports quality, safety, and compliance goals.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a clinical field

Experience: 2 years of practice in healthcare area of expertise

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure/ Certification: Active RN license, current state license in field of study, Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), and/or Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.