Compliance & Patient Safety Specialist

Company Overview

LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion is a fully accredited healthcare facility dedicated to providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including behavioral health care, emergency care, and medical education. Our commitment to high standards of patient safety and quality care is reflected in our certifications and ongoing accreditation efforts.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Compliance & Patient Safety Specialist to support organizational excellence in patient safety, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and patient relations.

This position serves as the hospital's primary coordinator for patient safety activities, compliance program oversight, patient grievances, and special projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about improving healthcare quality and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the hospital's Patient Safety Program and regulatory reporting requirements
• Investigate patient safety events and assist with Root Cause Analyses (RCAs)
• Support and maintain the Corporate Compliance Program
• Conduct compliance audits and monitor corrective action plans
• Coordinate patient complaints and grievances in accordance with CMS requirements
• Prepare reports, presentations, and performance improvement data
• Assist with grant-related initiatives and organizational project management
• Provide education on compliance, patient safety, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related field

Preferred:

• Healthcare experience in patient safety, compliance, quality management, risk management, or regulatory affairs
• Acute care hospital experience
• Knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation, HIPAA, and healthcare compliance requirements

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful opportunity to improve patient care and organizational performance
• Collaborative leadership environment
• Diverse responsibilities spanning compliance, quality, patient safety, and project management
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Apply today to join a team committed to safety, quality, compliance, and exceptional patient care.

LECOM Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $24.03 - $29.89 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Healthcare: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $24 - $30