Job Description

Job Description

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers , the nation's fastest-growing physical therapy franchise specializing in comprehensive care for orthopedic, neurological, and balance disorders, is actively seeking an experienced Chief Compliance Officer to join our team at our location in Nashville, Tennessee. In this key leadership role, you'll oversee regulatory compliance, HIPAA adherence, risk management, and privacy initiatives across our expanding network of clinics, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of integrity and patient safety in the healthcare industry. If you're passionate about advancing compliance in a dynamic, patient-centered environment, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity!

The Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) at FYZICAL is responsible for leading, developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s compliance programs to ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as internal policies related to healthcare services. The CCO ensures that FYZICAL’ s practices align with ethical standards and promote a culture of compliance, integrity, and quality patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Compliance Program Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive corporate compliance program for FYZICAL’s clinics and franchise operations, ensuring adherence to applicable healthcare laws (e.g., HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute).
• Monitor regulatory changes and provide updates and guidance to leadership on the potential impact of these changes.
• Design and manage ongoing compliance audits, assessments, and investigations to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the development and implementation of company-wide policies and procedures related to compliance and ethics.

Training and Communication:

• Develop and implement compliance training programs for all employees, including leadership, clinicians, and support staff, ensuring understanding and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Communicate compliance-related topics clearly and effectively to the entire organization, fostering a culture of compliance.

Monitoring and Enforcement:

• Ensure the consistent application of compliance standards across all clinics and departments.
• Investigate compliance-related complaints or potential violations and recommend corrective actions or disciplinary measures.
• Oversee the process for identifying, investigating, and resolving any compliance issues, including self-reporting to governmental bodies when necessary.

Collaboration and Advisory:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Compliance Committee, executive team, and Board of Directors on all compliance and regulatory matters.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership to ensure compliance with FYZICAL's clinical practices, especially related to physical therapy, balance therapy, and related healthcare services.
• Coordinate with legal counsel and external consultants, as necessary, to address complex compliance matters.

Risk Management and Reporting:

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential areas of vulnerability and risk within the organization.
• Develop action plans for compliance and risk mitigation efforts.
• Provide regular reports to the CEO, Compliance Committee, and Board of Directors on the status of compliance initiatives, identified risks, and corrective actions.
• Maintain and manage the anonymous whistleblower hotline for reporting compliance concerns.

HIPAA and Privacy Oversight:

• Serve as the organization’s HIPAA Privacy Officer, overseeing the development and implementation of policies related to patient privacy and the protection of sensitive health information.
• Ensure compliance with all data protection regulations and address any data breaches in accordance with legal requirements.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leads by example and exhibits teamwork while promoting the core philosophy of FYZICAL. 

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, law, business, or a related field (Master's or Juris Doctorate preferred).

Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in healthcare compliance, with a strong understanding of physical therapy practices. Previous leadership experience in a compliance role within a healthcare organization. Professional certifications such as CHC (Certified in Healthcare Compliance) or CHPC (Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance) preferred.

Skills and Abilities: In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance laws, and ethical standards. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire a culture of compliance throughout the organization. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clinical staff, executives, and regulators. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

EXPECTED WORK HOURS

Monday through Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm. Some night and weekend work may be required.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS        

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Communicate and converse, maintain a stationary position (standing and sitting), move/traverse, kneel and bend. 
• Use fingers and hands, handle, feel and reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, taste or smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust and focus. Light to moderate lifting is required.
• Ability to uphold the stress of travelling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

EEO STATEMENT

FYZICAL, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FYZICAL LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

FYZICAL, LLC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of FYZICAL, LLC employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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