Job Description
Join our elite team at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa and make a direct impact on federal healthcare compliance initiatives. We're urgently seeking a dedicated Federal Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to VA regulations, HIPAA standards, and federal procurement protocols. This high-impact role offers competitive benefits, career advancement, and the opportunity to serve our nation's heroes in a mission-critical position.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive audits of healthcare operations to ensure strict compliance with VA regulations and federal guidelines
- Develop and implement corrective action plans for compliance deficiencies identified during audits
- Collaborate with department heads to establish standardized compliance protocols across 15+ clinical units
- Prepare detailed compliance reports for senior leadership and federal oversight agencies
- Train staff on HIPAA regulations, data privacy standards, and federal procurement procedures
- Monitor legislative changes and update compliance frameworks accordingly
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Policy, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years' experience in federal compliance or healthcare regulation
- Current VA or federal security clearance (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Expert knowledge of HIPAA, VA directives, and federal procurement laws
- Proficiency in compliance management software (e.g., VistA, FedTrack)
- Strong analytical skills with experience conducting regulatory audits
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects with strict deadlines