Compliance Assistant - Houston, TX

Cenikor is a non-profit organization and one of the largest substance abuse treatment centers in the nation. We are currently seeking a Full-time Compliance Assistant in our Corporate location in Houston, Texas.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Compliance Assistant is responsible for monitoring documentation and measuring timeliness to ensure compliance with third party payer contractual obligations and reporting information to management.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8a - 5p or 7a - 4p.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare compliance audit data by compiling and analyzing internal and external information including coordinating and evaluating administrative and clinical quality assurance initiatives and other risk management activities.

• Communicate audit information to management by researching and analyzing data.

• Prepare compliance reports to ensure high-quality client care in response to clinical quality improvement needs.

• Ensure clinical compliance reviews are completed according to procedures and within timelines.

• Track metrics, including key performance indicators and compliance risks for reporting on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

• Support departments by collecting and coordinating internal compliance data with quality auditors and various departments.

• Provide administrative support by implementing systems, procedures, and policies; completing projects in support of compliance audits.

• Offer assistance by answering questions and responding to requests.

• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.

• Enhance compliance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

• Uphold the core principles of Cenikor?s culture and create a positive working environment for all team members.

• Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and foundation matters and refer questionable issues to supervisor.

• Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the non-exempt functions as defined in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize to organize time effectively; must work well under deadline pressure

• Possess strong interpersonal skills as well as the ability to collaborate professionally with related departments within the foundation.

• Excellent knowledge of state and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and database management- data gathering and analysis and desktop publishing required

• Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of individuals, including staff, clients,

• Ability to serve both internal and external customers and agencies.

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a highly professional manner

• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor?s Culture:

• Demonstrate mission of service to our clients

• Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients

• Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals

• Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries

• Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

• Education:

• Associate's Degree required

• Billing, Coding or Medical Record education from AAPC or AHIMA (preferred)

• Certification:

• Coding or Billing Certification preferred

• RHIT (Registered Health Information Administrator) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Tech) preferred

• Experience:

• One to Two years of compliance reporting or related experience preferred.

• Experience with non-profit, substance abuse, health care, mental health or education is preferred.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

• EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER