What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Director, Regulatory Affairs position at Emory Healthcare?
Overview
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Work Location: Atlanta, GA
Description
The Corporate Director of Regulatory Affairs is an operational leader responsible for managing day-to-day regulatory activities and readiness across the health system.
The Corporate Director of Regulatory Affairs ensures that all facilities consistently meet federal, state, and accrediting body requirements by implementing and supporting system-wide regulatory initiatives.
The Corporate Director of Regulatory Affairs partners with clinical and administrative leaders to promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous survey readiness, aligned with the organization's commitment to being Always Patient Ready. In addition, the Corporate Director of Regulatory Affairs facilitates the development, implementation, and sustainability of regulatory strategies, providing expert guidance and operational support to drive ongoing quality improvement, strengthen patient safety and minimize regulatory risk across all Emory Healthcare facilities.
Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation Support:
Policy, Procedure and Program Implementation:
Crisis and Incident Management:
Monitoring and Reporting:
Crisis and Incident Management:
Travel: Less than 10% of the time may be required
Work Type: On-site - Works in the office at a physical workplace, interacting with colleagues face-to-face
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Education - Master's Degree Public Health, Healthcare administration, Nursing, or a related field required
- Experience -
- Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in regulatory affairs, healthcare quality, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a large complex matrixed healthcare organization
- Proven record of developing and implementing a system-wide continuous survey readiness program, with measurable improvements in compliance, survey outcomes, and organizational readiness
- Direct experience working with CMS, The Joint Commission, DNV, OSHA, and other federal and state regulatory agencies
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required):
- Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and survey processes
- Strong ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into practical, sustainable operational strategies
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and disciplines
- Proficient in the use of regulatory data, dashboards, and performance metrics to guide decision-making and improvement efforts
- Ability to lead change, coach others, and foster a culture of continuous compliance and - Always Patient Ready - performance
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and coach teams at all levels of the organization
Preferred Qualifications Education
- Master's Degree in Public Health, Healthcare administration, Nursing, or a related field required
- Experience - 10 years minimum experience with at least 5 years in a management position
- Experience - Clinical background preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred
