Senior Compliance Coordinator, Accreditation Services

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing, maintaining, and overseeing programs to ensure hospital compliance with all state and federal regulatory and accreditation standards at University of Iowa Health Care and off-site UI Health Care Ambulatory Care Clinics.
• Maintain knowledge regarding accreditation standards, a database, and a reference library of current initiatives by accrediting agencies through timely review of regulatory guidelines, journals, and newsletters, and attendance at agency educational programs. Obtain and disseminate standards, regulations, etc., to those in the health system as necessary.
• Cook up and conduct education and other programs about Joint Commission compliance assessment and staff education, including University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC).

Required

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a health care related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be self-organized, work independently, and have demonstrated team-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including data management.
• The position will require frequent travel to regional ambulatory care clinics in the state. Applicant must have a valid Driver’s License, plus the ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety Program driving standards (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19).
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.

Desired

• Knowledge of and/or experience with Joint Commission Standards and CMS Conditions of Participation.
• Prior experience participating in Joint Commission surveys and state regulatory surveys.
• Poise in teaching and consulting, flexibility, and creativity in problem-solving.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer