VP - Risk Management & Compliance

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

JOB DETAILS
Department: Compliance
FTE: 1.0
Shift(s): Days
Location: Hybrid (will require on-site visits)

Purpose of this position: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and the HHS Board of Directors, develops enterprise risk management, and oversees compliance, privacy & security, regulatory reviews and analysis, patient representatives, and internal audit programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic direction to Hennepin Healthcare on compliance and risk management strategies and issues through development of Enterprise Risk Management, and oversight of Corporate Compliance, Privacy & Security, Regulatory Review & Analysis, Patient Representatives, and Internal Audit Programs
• Work diligently to foster a culture and climate of integrity by promoting sensitivity to ethical and compliant decision-making and behavior
• Effectively communicate ethics and compliance standards to HHS's employees, contractors and vendors
• Partner with business leaders to support all employees and board regarding compliance with laws, regulations and corporate policies through strategic development, training initiatives, communications/awareness and conformance with regulations in all matters of business
• Serve on enterprise and operational level project teams
• Advise the Board, Executive Leadership and employees on ethics and business conduct issues
• Demonstrate knowledge of applicable laws and regulations including research and interpreting of emerging regulatory matters
• Coordinate internal investigations or alleged violations of ethics and compliance standards
• Review all internal compliance and investigation reports pertaining to HHS
• Establish employee reporting channels and take prompt corrective actions in response to identified concerns or problems
• Maintains Internal Audit Program, including assessing risks to determine audit planning, initiating audits, reviewing findings, and coordinating management responses
• Operates the patient representative dept responsible for ensuring procedural compliance and handling patient complaints/reviews through resolution
• Coordinate and support corporate monitoring and auditing procedures of business conduct practices including audit reviews and examinations
• Work with legal counsel and outside consultants in conducting more detailed investigations when identified
• Responsible for preparing and presenting clear and concise reporting on Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Compliance, Privacy & Security, Regulatory Review & Analysis and Internal Audit Programs to the Audit/Compliance Committee of the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership regarding risks, requirements, ethics and compliance issues or activities
• Participate in the fiscal year-end audit process of the financial statements of HHS and its subsidiaries conducted by external independent financial auditors
• Oversee and ensure full second line of defense across Hennepin Healthcare System to comply with data privacy, including HIPPA and Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
• Oversee and ensure responsiveness to regulators and legislators through the Regulatory Review and Audit compliance work to maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in compliance and audit in a complex medical center or related setting (i.e. law office, public accounting)
  -OR-
• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Leadership experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred
• CPA or CIA certification and/or Compliance Certification preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Knowledge of current health care systems and ability to align organizational goals and outcomes in accordance with them
• Ability to drive change in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of organization
• Ability to quickly and easily adapt to the culture and norms of an organization and be accountable for organizational information
• Experience leading and collaborating with multiple levels of management
• Ability to positively and accurately represent the organization and its values to the community (i.e. regulatory bodies, suppliers, government officials)
• Has proven to have dynamic and empowering leadership skills and possesses a positive attitude that will install a vision for excellence
• Passion for patient care and ability to use passion as a driver for positive change
• Demonstrate ability to forecast healthcare trends and appropriately implement projections
• Strategy minded; able to focus on the big picture

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.