Patient Privacy Coordinator - Virginia Commonwealth University Health : Job Details

Patient Privacy CoordinatorRemote opportunity in the following locations: VA, MD, WV, NC, SC, GA, FL, TN, AR, KY, TXThe Patient Privacy Coordinator functions and performs in a multifaceted role within the organization that monitors VCUHS/VCU compliance with the rules and regulations surrounding theuse, storage and transmission of Patient Health Information. The Patient Privacy/Security Coordinator accomplishes this through monitoring and auditing; policy creation; staff educational efforts; and implementing technological reviews and safeguards.The Patient Privacy/Security Coordinator provides guidance, education and serves as a resource to VCUHS/VCU workforce, which also includes researchers, volunteers, and students seeking information regarding patient privacy, information security and HIPAA compliance.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC), orCertified in Healthcare Privacy & Security (CHPS), orObtain certification within one year of employment into positionLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current CHPC or CHPS, orObtain certification within one year of employment in positionExperience REQUIRED:Minimum of five (5) years of HIPAA Privacy and Security healthcare experiencePrevious experience in an information technology, audit, policy and/or business related positionExperience PREFERRED:Three (3) years of experience in a compliance related environment or academic healthcare center to include HIPAA Privacy and Security work experienceEducation/training REQUIRED:Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business, Healthcare Administration or related fieldEducation/training PREFERRED:Master's Degree in Information Technology, Business, Healthcare Administration or related fieldIndependent action(s) required:Ability to research, comprehend and analyze government regulations with corresponding development of plans for resolution and implementation recommendations to others.Ability to prioritize and shift tasks as needed based on emergent criteria.Ability to anticipate the needs of the Compliance Leadership Team.Ability to interact with employees at all levels within the organization.Ability to work from an annual work plan and manage resources to complete the work plan in a timely manner.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):N/AAdditional position requirements:N/AAge Specific groups served:N/APhysical Requirements:Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.#J-18808-Ljbffr