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Job Description
Job Overview The Compliance and Investigation Specialist is primarily responsible for conducting and reporting on financial and compliance audits, monitoring activities, investigations, and departmental projects involving compliance and investigation activities within LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport campuses ("LSUHSC-S"). Informed and aware of compliance-related issues, the incumbent's primary function will be to detect, document, report, and recommend resolutions to prevent incidents of non-conformity with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, university policies, procedures and/or technical requirements. This position reports to the Chief Compliance and Risk Management Officer. Regular attendance is required to perform its functions. It is NOT a remote position. Working hours are Monday - Friday 08:00 A.M. - 05:00 P.M. Responsibilities Essential Position Functions & Duties 65% Compliance and Investigations This is a line-level position responsible for the planning and conducting of compliance activities and human resource management-related investigations professionally and objectively for the LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport campuses. This position is responsible for assisting the Chief Compliance and Risk Management Officer in addressing all aspects of compliance, such as research compliance, clinical trials compliance, HIPAA, FERPA, and institutional and organizational compliance. Develop and perform routine monitoring of activities within
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Report results and any recommended corrective actions to improve functions when needed to the Chief Compliance and Risk Management Officer. The specialist will monitor the LSU Ethics, Integrity, and Misconduct Helpline for Description incoming reports of alleged misconduct; monitor laws, regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and best practices; and communicate any updates to the Chief Compliance and Investigation Officer and staff regularly. The specialist will participate in providing training to all internal stakeholders to improve their understanding of related laws, policies, procedures, and potential risks. Maintains regular communication with the Chief Compliance and Risk Management Officer and other Office for Compliance and Investigation leadership. 15% Risk Assessments and Monitoring Assist in risk assessments to identify operational or program weaknesses or vulnerabilities that could expose the university to legal action, liability, economic loss, or adverse publicity, and recommend corrective actions or controls to resolve or mitigate the identified concerns. Assist in developing an annual risk assessment and monitoring program to review and assess the Institution's highest identified vulnerabilities and/or risks. 15% Record Retention Work with LSUHS Administration and Department Leadership to oversee the Records Retention process. Work closely with the Louisiana Secretary of State's Office to ensure compliance with state laws and procedures regarding LSUHS Records Retention. 10% Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Experience The applicant must meet the following: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Compliance, or a related field, plus (2) years of in-depth experience in Compliance, Audit, or related field. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in business administration, accounting, auditing, or compliance.
The following Certifications are preferred:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) from the Health Care Compliance Association, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors, and Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics.
Additional Position Information PSN/PER Number:
PSN 47157/PER 3351
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $75,000 About the School/Department The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and training Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Flexible Spending Account Optional Retirement Plans LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
