Job Information
University of Utah Safety Compliance Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 11/19/2024
Requisition Number PRN40385B
Job Title Compliance Specialist
Working Title Safety Compliance Specialist
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
8am-5pm
VP Area President
Department 00472 - Environmental Health & Safety
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 55,000 to 60,000
Close Date 02/19/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Provides compliance related coding reviews and auditing of faculty and physician documentation. The position will utilize coding knowledge to abstract, record and audit data from medical records. Provides support to areas related to documentation, regulatory education and auditing.
Responsibilities
Reviews safety related documentation and data within established systems to ensure compliance with applicable health and safety regulations. Reviews documentation internal and external to the department.
Performs data entry into established database(s) in support of EHS operations
Conducts processes related to internal department document control including but not limited to change tracking and management, revision management, website content verification, etc.
Analyzes and mitigates complex, non-routine regulatory issues and workflow problems. Acts as a liaison between the University parties (PIs, regulatory team, inspection team, etc.) on issues pertaining to the department’s compliance procedures.
Assists in the development of standard operating procedures and process improvements for departmental implementation and guidance for external associates.
May assist with development of training/educational content related to the departmental compliance process.
May assist with administrative tracking and reporting for department related sponsored projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus 2 years working experience with one of those years working in a compliance office. American Health Information Management ( AHIMA ) or American Academy of Professional Coders ( AAPC ) recognized certification such as: Certified Professional Coder ( CPC ), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital ( CPC -H) or a specific certification preferred by the Department.
Basic knowledge of clinical documentation requirements related to regulatory and reimbursement rules, the Medicare system and proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Experience with University of Utah computer systems such as: Powerchart, Allegra, IDX , IDXRAD , Corporate Radar, Cognos, EPIC and ORMIS are highly preferred.
This position is not responsible for providing patient care.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.