Habitat Health · 1 month ago
Sr. Associate, Investigations
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $102K/yr
3+ years expHabitat Health is dedicated to improving the aging experience for older adults through coordinated health care. The Sr. Associate, Investigations will conduct thorough investigations into compliance-related incidents and ensure adherence to regulatory standards, promoting a culture of safety and accountability within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Conduct confidential and comprehensive investigations into clinical, operational, or compliance-related incidents, including but not limited to adverse events, near misses, privacy breaches, and allegations of misconduct
Collect and analyze documentation, medical records, and witness statements to determine root causes and contributing factors
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all investigative activities in accordance with policy and regulatory standards
Develop written investigative reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations
Ensure investigations comply with applicable laws and standards such as PACE regulations, US Department of Health & Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS OIG) compliance program guidance, and US Department of Justice memos
Collaborate with Compliance, Grievance, and Quality teams to identify and report required events to external agencies as appropriate
Assist with the development of corrective action plans (CAPs)
Participate in root cause analyses (RCAs) and other participant safety review processes
Identify trends and systemic issues that may impact participant care quality or compliance
Provide recommendations to business owners for policy, training, or process changes to enhance safety and reduce risk
Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, leadership, and staff to ensure transparent communication and consistent application of standards
Present investigation outcomes and lessons learned to relevant committees (e.g., Executive Compliance Committee and applicable Quality Committee)
Support organizational efforts to foster a compliant culture and encourage event reporting and continuous learning
Developing and maintaining productive relationships with all levels of corporate management and staff; protecting Department and company confidentiality and information security; and championing the Compliance Program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, public health, or related field
3-5 years of experience in healthcare compliance, patient safety, or risk management
Experience conducting investigations in a healthcare or regulatory setting
Working knowledge of healthcare regulations and clinical processes
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and investigative interviewing skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to present findings clearly and professionally
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Familiarity with incident reporting systems (Ethico preferred) and electronic health records systems (EHRs)
Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously and meet deadlines
Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement
Preferred
Experience in early-stage healthcare startups
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), or Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with competitive coverage for employees and dependents
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account
12 weeks of fully paid Parental Leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
401k with match
CME and License Reimbursements for clinical team members
Short and Long Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
10 company holidays
Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health programs, legal and financial support, and much more!
Company
Habitat Health
Habitat Health provides health and social care to older persons with medical services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$50M2024-04-09Series Unknown· $50M
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