Compliance Specialist, Internal Investigations (Project Management)

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PACS is elevating healthcare by revolutionizing our approach to leadership and quality care. Guided by our core values of love, excellence, trust, accountability, mutual respect, and commitment , we strive to foster a culture of compassionate care within our teams and the communities we serve. As we grow rapidly, exciting opportunities await you to engage in impactful projects and contribute valuable insights to stakeholders nationwide.

If you're ready to make a difference and embrace our mission of creating real change, we invite you to join us at PACS. Together, let's shape the future of healthcare!

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At PACS, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. That's why we offer an exceptional benefits package designed to enhance your well-being and support your lifestyle.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Include

• Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• PTO and Vacation: Benefit from generous paid time off and holidays to relax and recharge.
• Financial Wellness: Take advantage of Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to manage your healthcare expenses effectively.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company contributions to help you build your retirement savings.
• Support When You Need It: Our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) provides confidential support for personal and professional challenges.

Join us at PACS and take advantage of a workplace that truly values you!

General Purpose

This role is a lead position responsible for handling compliance investigations and managing associated risks for an organization. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of regulations for Healthcare companies, coupled with proven experience in conducting and managing complex investigations and pre-litigation matters.

Essential Duties

• First-Chair Investigations: Lead all aspects of compliance investigations, including intake, assessment, and investigations of compliance concerns and allegations of misconduct.
• Collaboration: Work closely with legal, human resources, and other relevant departments to ensure a coordinated approach to internal investigations. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and legal partners.
• Reporting: Assist in preparing and presenting detailed reports on the findings of internal investigations to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Training and Education: Based on findings from investigations, assist in the development and delivery of training programs to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and the importance of reporting compliance concerns.
• Confidentiality: Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information related to internal investigations.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Maintain subject matter expertise and proactively monitor new laws, regulations, and decisions affecting Skilled Nursing Care Facilities in federal, state, and local laws.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience:

• Significant experience (typically 5-8+ years) in internal and government investigations, with an emphasis on the healthcare sector.
• Extensive experience managing and overseeing complex workplace investigations.
• Hard-working and a self-starter with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to interact with legal and business leaders internally and externally.
• Proficiency in conducting thorough, impartial investigations, including interviewing, evidence gathering, analysis, report writing, and making sound conclusions. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess complex situations, identify root causes, and develop appropriate solutions
• •Sound judgment and empathy with business partners, providing practical, risk-adjusted advice that helps the organization move forward swiftly and thoughtfully.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, and to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, accountability, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately. Strong integrity and commitment to ethics.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of investigations law experience, preferably with some experience at a forensic accounting firm and in-house experience at a fast-paced company.