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Job Title Accreditation & Regulatory Spec/UKHC Requisition Number RE48704 Working Title Accreditation and Regulatory Specialist Department Name H4030:Performance Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 12 Salary Range $62,400-111,634/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BSN Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 5 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements Intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time, occasional standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs, occasional job-related travel (less than 10% of the time). Shift Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Job Summary UK Healthcare is seeking an Accreditation and Regulatory Specialist to identify, facilitate, and/or support compliance improvement initiatives as well as organize and maintain continuous readiness process for assigned areas. The selected applicant will co-lead the Accreditation Management team and act as an organizational liaison to external regulatory and accrediting bodies. This position will require an organizational approach to continuous compliance, as well as interpreting laws, statutes, and regulations, while advising hospital and medical staff leaders and regular reporting to leadership groups. Strong communication, organizational and time management skills, as well as critical thinking will be required of the selected applicant. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced environment are needed, as well as knowledge of healthcare accreditation and regulations. This position requires self-direction, commitment, collaboration, and leadership. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Two years experience in a healthcare setting and/or regulatory oversight. Deadline to Apply 01/15/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


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