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New Mexico Department of Health · 2 days ago

Lead Compliance Officer

Truth Or Consequences, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$29.23/hr - $43.85/hr

2+ years exp

The New Mexico Department of Health is seeking a Lead Compliance Officer for the New Mexico State Veterans Home, which provides long-term care for veterans. This role is responsible for overseeing compliance activities, ensuring adherence to regulations, and promoting a culture of compliance within the facility.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Maintain and support the facility's compliance program in alignment with CMS, VA, state, and federal regulations

Standardize compliance practices and workflows across departments to ensure consistency and regulatory alignment

Assist in updating, reviewing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and protocols for the Compliance Department

Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation of required updates

Assist in conducting and documenting internal investigations related to compliance concerns, regulatory issues, or staff misconduct

Track and support resolution of systemic issues to prevent recurrence

Maintain confidentiality and impartiality during compliance investigations

Meeting the regulations for timeline for reporting

Coordinate and support employee compliance training, including new-hire orientation and ongoing education

Serve as the program lead for Defensive Driving training to ensure compliance for staff using facility vehicles

Oversee fleet management compliance, including vehicle maintenance schedules, inspections, documentation, and regulatory requirements

Collaborate with transportation leadership to ensure safe driving practices and compliance with internal and state requirements

Participate in internal audits, compliance reviews, and quality assurance activities

Assist in identifying risks and implementing action plans to address compliance deficiencies

Support ongoing monitoring for compliance behaviors, documentation standards, and reporting practices

Serve as a resource for staff regarding compliance questions, policies, and ethical standards

Partner with leadership and department heads to ensure compliance alignment with organizational goals

Promote a culture of integrity, resident safety, ethical conduct, and regulatory adherence

Qualification

Compliance program managementInvestigationsFleet management compliancePolicy developmentAuditingComplianceEducationTrainingCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university

Two (2) years of experience in investigations, regulation, policy, statutory, and/or contract compliance

Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience

Employment is subject to criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license

Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment

Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training

Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language