Assistant Director HIPAA Privacy Compliance

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Position Details
Requisition Number
S1430P

Home Org Name
Office of Audit-Compliance-Privacy

Division Name
Executive Vice President

Position Title
Assistant Director, HIPAA Privacy Compliance

Job Class Code
KC10

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director, Institutional Compliance & Privacy, the Assistant Director -
HIPAA
Privacy, oversees, coordinates, and assesses compliance activities, including
HIPAA
HITECH
, privacy, and general compliance for all four divisions of the University (**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Main Campus, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. at Montgomery, Auburn Cooperative Extension System, and the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station). **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a Hybrid
HIPAA
Entity.
Essential Functions
Development, implementation, maintenance, and adherence to the University privacy programs related to
HIPAA
HITECH
, and related healthcare privacy laws
Participates in compliance review and assessments of
HIPAA
-covered entities to determine whether required documentation and training is being performed in an accurate and timely fashion
Conducts compliance testing in accordance with federal guidelines. Assists in developing and revising documentation to comply with federal standards such as forms, notices, and agreements
Provides advice to the Office of the General Counsel, Procurement, University Leadership, and covered entities in various matters having legal ramifications dealing with healthcare privacy compliance
Reviews Business Associate Agreements, software vendor contracts that deal with healthcare information, healthcare affiliation agreements, and informs the Institutional Review Board on matters pertaining to the use of personally identifiable information
Stays informed on relevant laws and regulations that pertain to healthcare and the University
Education Level
Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school

Field of Study
Years of Experience
6

Area of Experience
Experience in regulatory or healthcare privacy and compliance to include compliance testing, contract management, and risk assessment.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Education Level
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.

Field of Study
Years of Experience
Indicated experience is required; no substitutions allowed.

Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of complex federal, state, administrative, and local laws and regulations regarding
HIPAA
HITECH
, healthcare privacy, and general privacy and security. Knowledge of legal contracts and the ability to comprehend, interpret, and draw relevant conclusions from such contracts. Ability to review and improve existing operations and procedures. Knowledge of higher education compliance issues. Advanced understanding of general compliance and monitoring methodologies. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to effective present information before a diverse community and a wide range of constituencies..
Minimum Technology Skills
Knowledge of computerized information systems used in compliance applications.
Minimum License and Certifications
Certification in healthcare privacy compliance (
CHPC
) or the ability to obtain within 12 (twelve) months of date of hire.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working within a university research or academic medical center compliance office, or a healthcare organization with significant university research contracts, is highly preferred.
Salary Grade
36

Salary Range
$59,700 - $99,600

Job Category
Executive/Director/Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
02/21/2022

Closing Date
03/11/2022

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