Senior Consultant - Healthcare Compliance

Key Focus Areas

This role supports clients across diverse healthcare settings by strengthening compliance programs, mitigating regulatory risk, and enhancing operational integrity. Key Focus Areas:

• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation
• Revenue Integrity & Audit Support
• HIPAA Privacy & Security
• Coding & Billing Compliance
• Healthcare Operations & Process Improvement
• Compliance Program Development
• Data Analysis & Monitoring

You Will Lead and support

Lead and support compliance program development, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and workplans

• Conduct compliance risk assessments and gap analyses across clinical, operational, and revenue cycle functions
• Serve as a subject matter resource for regulatory guidance, including federal and state healthcare laws and payer requirements
• Support clients with audit defense activities
• Develop and deliver compliance training
• Analyze data to identify trends, outliers, and potential compliance risks; present findings to stakeholders
• Advise clients on best practices for HIPAA privacy and breach response
• Aid in implementation and monitoring of corrective action plans and compliance initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflows, internal controls, and documentation practices
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes (e.g., CMS, OIG Work Plan, payer updates) and assess impact to clients
• Serve as an outsourced/fractional compliance resource, supporting day-to-day compliance needs and strategic initiatives
• Contribute to client deliverables, reports, and presentations with clear, actionable recommendations
• Participate in business development support activities, including proposal development

Qualifications

You Have Experience (required):

• 3-5+ years of experience in healthcare compliance, consulting, practice administration or related field
• Experience interpreting and applying healthcare regulations (e.g. CMS, OIG, HIPAA, state-specific requirements)
• Exposure to multiple care settings (e.g., physician practices, hospitals, outpatient services) preferred
• Experience supporting or participating in external audits or regulatory inquires strongly preferred

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• One or more relevant certifications required: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC)
• CPC or other AAPC or AHIMA coding/auditing credential is a plus but not required
• Strong understanding of healthcare compliance program elements and regulatory frameworks
• Ability to conduct independent regulatory research and translate findings into practice guidance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with Electronic Health Records

Core Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including client-facing presentation skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Professional judgement, integrity, and ability to handle sensitive information
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory landscape

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $100,000 - $125,000. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on factors such as company and personal performance.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being.