About Tufts Medicine:

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. The strong relationship between Tufts Medicine and Tufts University School of Medicine is evident in our governance, academic and research structure. Tufts Medicine is comprised of the following clinical entities:

·       Tufts Medicine Professional Group (TMPG)

·       Tufts Medicine Integrated Network (TMIN)

·       Tufts Medical Center

·       Lowell General Hospital

·       MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford

·       Tufts Care at Home

Hybrid with 3 days onsite in Corporate Office, Burlington MA with occasional travel to locations throughout the health system.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, this position will drive key Compliance initiatives system-wide, contribute to and execute on departmental strategy, provide practical day-to-day guidance, and partner with Tufts Medicine colleagues to develop and maintain appropriate risk-management controls.  

The ideal candidate is a curious, politely persistent, well organized, collaborative self-starter with high emotional intelligence. 

If you’re ready to join our dynamic team, work on a wide range of projects, and make a significant impact, apply today.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2. Eight (8) years of experience in healthcare compliance, privacy, research, or auditing.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor Law Degree

2. Master’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

3. Paralegal training.

4. Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC)

5. Certified Fraud Examiner CFE.

6. Certified Internal Auditor.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Draft, revise, and manage the hospital’s policies and procedures.

2. Draft, revise, manage, and track compliance education and training.

3. Lead, manage, and support hospital compliance and research compliance initiatives.

4. Manage and support the hospital’s conflict of interest processes.

5. Support Privacy initiatives, including the management of reported matters.

6. Conduct and support auditing and monitoring activities.

7. Conduct investigations.

8. Manage the reporting of violations or potential violations to internal staff and to enforcement agencies as appropriate or required by law.

9. Manage and support remediation and corrective action activities.

10. Provide compliance guidance and advice to business and clinical colleagues.

11. Monitor the performance of the compliance program and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve effectiveness.

Physical Requirements:

1. Professional office environment with typical office requirements such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.

2. This is largely a sedentary role, which involves sitting most of the time, but may involve movements such as walking, standing, reaching, ascending / descending stairs and operate office equipment.

3. Frequently required to speak, hear, communicate, and exchange information.

4. Able to see and read computers displays, read fine print, and/or normal type size print and distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.

5. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Skills & Abilities:

1. Ability to effectively communicate with, present information to, and respond to questions from, internal colleagues and external parties including patients, regulators, attorneys, and the public.

2. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret applicable laws and regulations, policies, and procedures.

3. Ability to write clearly and concisely.

4. Strong organizational skills and the ability to drive the completion of compliance team projects and initiatives.

5. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues throughout the organization.

6. Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Job Profile Summary

​This role focuses on ensuring the organization's business activities are conducted ethically and in compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and standards.   In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Compliance duties: Defines and documents policies and procedures related to the standards established by the business that comply with applicable external legislation/regulations, but may also reflect a higher standard than the legally required minimum. Responsibilities also include employee compliance training, auditing compliance, investigating complaints, and verifying that deficiencies are corrected.  A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports.  A role that directs a department or small unit that includes multiple teams led by managers and/or team Leaders.  Responsibilities typically include: ownership of short to mid-term (1-3 years) execution of functional strategy and the operational direction of the Department, problems faced are often complex and require extensive investigation and analysis, and requires ability to influence others to accept practices and approaches, and ability to communicate and influence executive leadership.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.