UCHealth · 11 hours ago
Chief Compliance Officer & Chief Audit Executive
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$346K/yr - $519K/yr
10+ years expUCHealth is a healthcare organization committed to improving lives. The Chief Compliance Officer & Chief Audit Executive plays a vital role in ensuring regulatory compliance and ethical conduct across the organization, overseeing compliance and internal audit programs, and acting as the main liaison with regulatory agencies.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and monitor UCHealth's compliance program to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations
Establish and oversee policies and procedures that foster ethical practices and a culture of compliance throughout the organization
Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, coordinating responses to audits, investigations, and inquiries
Design and deliver compliance training for staff to ensure understanding of expectations and reporting mechanisms
Lead investigations into potential compliance violations and coordinate corrective actions as needed
Participate in the development of organizational vision, policies, and short- and long-term objectives as a member of the leadership team
Direct compliance and audit activities to meet performance and quality control objectives
Maintain current knowledge of compliance and audit developments affecting healthcare organizations and recommend cost-effective solutions
Develop and execute an annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
Evaluate internal controls, risk management, and governance processes to ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency
Report significant findings and recommendations to executive leadership and monitor remediation progress
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of compliance and audit professionals in a collaborative, ethical work environment
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in accounting, finance, healthcare administration, law, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in healthcare compliance, internal audit, or related field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
In-depth knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, CMS requirements)
Demonstrated ability to lead investigations, manage complex compliance and audit programs, and influence organizational change
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
Proven commitment to integrity, objectivity, and ethical leadership
Benefits
Performance bonus: UCHealth offers an Annual Performance Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, and financial goals.
Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Company
UCHealth
UCHealth is a locally owned, private, not-for profit organization with a strong vision: to provide world-class
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15M2022-10-18Grant
2014-02-11Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
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Elizabeth B. Concordia
President & CEO
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Kevin Unger
President/CEO
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