The Compliance and Investigation Specialist is primarily responsible for conducting and reporting on financial and compliance audits, monitoring activities, investigations, and departmental projects involving compliance and investigation activities within LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport campuses ("LSUHSC-S"). Informed and aware of compliance-related issues, the incumbent's primary function will be to detect, document, report, and recommend resolutions to prevent incidents of non-conformity with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, university policies, procedures and/or technical requirements.
This position reports to the Chief Compliance and Investigation Officer. Regular attendance is required to perform its functions. It is NOT a remote position. Working hours are Monday – Friday 08:00 A.M. – 05:00 P.M.
Essential Position Functions & Duties
75% Compliance and Investigations
This is a line-level position responsible for the planning and conducting of compliance activities and human resource management-related investigations professionally and objectively for the LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport campuses. This position is responsible for assisting the Chief Compliance and
Investigation Officer in addressing all aspects of compliance, such as: research compliance, clinical trials
compliance, HIPPA, FERPA, and institutional and organizational compliance. Develop and perform
routine monitoring of activities within LSUSHC-S. Report results and any recommended corrective actions to improve functions when needed to the Chief Compliance and Investigation Officer. The specialist will monitor the LSU Ethics, Integrity, and Misconduct Helpline for incoming reports of alleged misconduct; monitor laws, regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and best practices; and communicate any updates to the Chief Compliance and Investigation Officer and staff regularly. The specialist will participate in providing training to all internal stakeholders to improve their understanding of related laws, policies, procedures, and potential risks.
Maintains regular communication with the Chief Compliance and Investigation Officer and other Office for Compliance and Investigation leadership.
15% Risk Assessments and Monitoring
Assist in risk assessments to identify operational or program weaknesses or vulnerabilities that could
expose the university to legal action, liability, economic loss, or adverse publicity, and recommend
corrective actions or controls to resolve or mitigate concerns identified. Assist in developing an annual risk assessment and monitoring program to review and assess the Institution's highest identified vulnerabilities and/or risks.
10% Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
PSN/PER Number: PSN 52128/PER 25-01-0001
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
Primary Location: Shreveport, LA (on-site position)
The LSU Systems Office has provided LSU Health-Shreveport employees with excellent benefit options designed with you and your dependents in mind. Our Benefits Section is available between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help answer any questions you might have about these benefits.
Salary is commensurate with experience and training
Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Optional Retirement Plans
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The applicant must meet the following:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Compliance, or a related field, plus (2) years of in-depth experience in Investigations, Compliance, or Audit.
Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Certified Internal Auditor and/or a Certified Public Accountant.
The following Certifications are preferred: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) from the Health Care Compliance Association; Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) from the Institute of Internal Auditors; Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics.
We are educating and training the next generation of health care professionals and scientists who will continue our proud legacy of innovative and lifesaving healthcare and cutting-edge medical research. As one of only one hundred forty academic medical centers (AMC) in the nation, LSU Health Shreveport is a revered treasure in a community that fought decades for its creation. We are making an impact on medical education, research and the economy in our community and beyond.
The primary mission of Louisiana State University Health Shreveport is to TEACH, HEAL and DISCOVER, in order to advance the well-being of the State, region, and beyond. LSUHS encompasses the Schools of Medicine, Graduate Studies and Allied Health Professions in Shreveport.
To implement its mission, LSUHS is committed to:
- Prepare learners for careers in health care service, teaching and research using state-of-the-art curricula, methods, and facilities.
- Provide a growing, diverse regional patient population with state-of-the-art clinical care, including a range of tertiary special services.
- Achieve distinction and international recognition for basic science and clinical research programs that c...ontribute to the body of knowledge and practice of science and medicine.
- Utilize research and knowledge to support economic growth and prosperity of the region and State by engaging in productive partnerships with the private sector.
- Foster a culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes mutual respect for all.