Emory Healthcare · 2 weeks ago
Corporate Director, Regulatory Affairs
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expEmory Healthcare is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia, and they are seeking a Corporate Director of Regulatory Affairs. This role is responsible for managing regulatory activities and ensuring compliance across the health system while promoting a culture of safety and quality.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Implement system-wide processes to ensure compliance with CMS, The Joint Commission, OSHA, state agencies and other applicable regulatory and accrediting bodies
Support Emory Healthcare facilities in preparing for inspections, audits, and surveys by coordinating mock surveys, facilitating readiness reviews, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented and sustained
Serve as a key point of contact to support regulatory activities, ensuring regulatory requirements are understood and applied consistently across all facilities
Assists sites interpret and operationalize requirements in alignment with health system policies
Assists in the development and system-wide rollout of policies, procedures, and standard operating practices to ensure consistent application across all facilities
Partners with operational leaders and department managers to embed regulatory requirements into workflows, providing guidance and tools to support successful implementation
Supports the creation and sustainability of programs that integrate regulatory readiness into routine operations, reinforcing a proactive compliance culture
Deliver education and training programs to help leaders and frontline teams understand and implement regulatory standards in daily practice
Assists with the operational aspects of survey management, before, during and after the survey
Function as a regulatory resource and coach to all EHC teams across the system, reinforcing best practices and consistent understanding of regulatory requirements and expectations
Implement and maintain systems for tracking regulatory compliance, including dashboards, audit tools, and reporting templates
Provide regular updates and performance summaries to leadership, translating compliance data into actionable insights for operational leaders
Assist facilities with preparing documentation and evidence required for regulatory surveys and reviews, ensuring completeness and accessibility
Support regulatory response efforts during incidents and emergencies, ensuring documentation, communication, and reporting meet regulatory requirements
Serve as a health system regulatory lead during internal reviews of sentinel events, supporting root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions
Monitor and follow up on regulatory-related incidents to ensure action plans are implemented, sustained, and shared across the system to promote learning
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree Public Health, Healthcare administration, Nursing, or a related field required
Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in regulatory affairs, healthcare quality, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a large complex matrixed healthcare organization
Proven record of developing and implementing a system-wide continuous survey readiness program, with measurable improvements in compliance, survey outcomes, and organizational readiness
Direct experience working with CMS, The Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, and other federal and state regulatory agencies
Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and survey processes
Strong ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into practical, sustainable operational strategies
Exceptional leadership, communication, and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and disciplines
Proficient in the use of regulatory data, dashboards, and performance metrics to guide decision-making and improvement efforts
Ability to lead change, coach others, and foster a culture of continuous compliance and - Always Patient Ready - performance
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and coach teams at all levels of the organization
Preferred
Master's Degree in Public Health, Healthcare administration, Nursing, or a related field required
10 years minimum experience with at least 5 years in a management position
Clinical background preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
And more
Company
Emory Healthcare
Emory Healthcare is the largest healthcare system in the state of Georgia., United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Schuck
Chief Executive Officer
Joon S Lee MD
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-09-01
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