Yale University · 2 hours ago
Deputy HIPAA Privacy Officer
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $132K/yr
6+ years expYale University is committed to contributing to a better tomorrow and is seeking a Deputy HIPAA Privacy Officer. The DHPO will ensure compliance with HIPAA Privacy regulations and oversee the HIPAA Privacy programs and activities related to the Yale School of Medicine's clinical, research, and academic activities.
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Responsibilities
Oversee compliance with University HIPAA Privacy policies and related legislation and regulation at YSM
Develop and maintain an ongoing collaborative relationship with relevant departmental staff to ensure robust communication between the HIPAA covered community and the HIPAA Privacy program
Develop and conduct a comprehensive ongoing compliance education and awareness program to ensure that all YSM departments subject to HIPAA are aware of their HIPAA Privacy obligations
Implement a routine monitoring program to ensure that all YSM departments subject to HIPAA are compliant with institutional and YSM HIPAA Privacy policies and procedures
Identify and make recommendations to address areas for improvement
Coordinate activities with the CHPO to ensure a unified approach to HIPAA throughout the covered entity
Work cooperatively with the HIPAA Security Officer and under the direction of the CHPO in monitoring compliance with HIPAA Security policies and procedures and breach notification requirements
Conduct periodic risk assessments to direct the monitoring program
Conduct audits in clinical, research and academic areas to quantify areas for improved compliance, including monitoring access to PHI
Recommend disciplinary actions as appropriate for adverse monitoring results in coordination with the CHPO, CMO, Office of the General Counsel and Human Resources and others as appropriate
Liaise with relevant internal and external organizations to promote privacy and security protection of PHI to ensure YSM PHI-related IT systems are adequately protected while maintaining superior clinical care
Identify compliance concerns and recommend solutions to the CHPO and CMO
Respond to, and investigate, potential HIPAA violations and breaches promptly
Ensure CHPO is informed of emergent incidents and provide relevant, standardized information in a timely manner
Notify and work with Human Resources Generalists and attend investigatory meetings with staff where appropriate
Maintain impeccable records of the YSM HIPAA compliance program in keeping with HIPAA and University standards for record confidentiality, integrity and availability
Ensure timely access to documents is available to CHPO
Serve as a resource for HIPAA questions and complaints at YSM from faculty, staff, research participants and patients
Initiate and perform investigations and analyze trends in these areas and develop plans to remediate, collaborating with the CHPO, as appropriate
Collaborate with CHPO to ensure that YSM partners (e.g. Human Investigation Committee, YM Medical Billing Compliance, University Audit) who assist with HIPAA compliance have an adequate understanding of HIPAA requirements
Serve as a liaison with related health care entities including Yale New Haven Health System and affiliated covered entities, and Business Associates to streamline HIPAA Privacy and Security practices
Participate in the University's HIPAA Privacy Program, as stipulated in University policies and procedures
Coordinate activities, consult, and communicate with the CHPO as appropriate
Participate with the CHPO and other University officials in the review and, where necessary, revision of University policies and procedures; in particular, make recommendations regarding policy and procedural revisions that address circumstances unique to the YSM environment and advise University officials of the implications of HIPAA policies and procedures for YSM clinical, academic, and research activities, including the Epic EMR
Maintain a current and complete knowledge of legislation, regulation, guidance, industry standards, and University policies and procedures relating to health information privacy and security
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven skills in one or more of the following areas: HIPAA compliance, clinical (such as nursing), clinical administration, or medical records management. High level of ethics and integrity in professional matters and sensitivity for confidentiality
Proven knowledge of health information privacy and security laws, use of health information in clinical practice and/or clinical research, and familiarity with general principle of information security practices
Ability to provide effective programmatic leadership in a complex organization, preferably an academic medical center
Exceptional interpersonal skills including ability to interact positively with a broad spectrum of individuals from patients to faculty members. Excellent oral and written communication skills to facilitate understanding of complex regulatory requirements
Detail-oriented with proven organizational skills and analytical ability. Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and work well under time pressure. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Minimum seven years of compliance, clinical, clinical administration and/or medical records management experience
Nursing or health care management degree
Experience with clinical practices and with medical records management systems like Epic
Experience in compliance, clinical auditing or breach investigations, developing and presenting trainings, and maintaining data tracking and metrics
Familiarity with academic medical centers
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