What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Full - Time position at The Staff Pad?
The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputable
healthcare organization in Helena, MT, and we are seeking an experienced Senior
Accreditation Specialist to support and oversee the organization’s
accreditation and regulatory initiatives.
This role works closely with leadership and
regulatory agencies to strengthen compliance, support survey readiness, and
advance organizational quality and performance.
Schedule: Full-Time
What You’ll Do
- Lead
the organization’s accreditation and regulatory compliance program
- Maintain
continuous survey readiness and compliance with DNV/NIAHO, state, and
federal standards
- Serve
as the primary liaison with accreditation and regulatory agencies
- Partner
with organizational leaders to drive regulatory compliance
- Develop
and maintain compliance policies and processes
- Conduct
compliance audits and mock surveys
- Provide
staff education on accreditation and regulatory requirements
- Lead
performance improvement initiatives related to compliance, quality, and
patient safety
- Translate
complex regulatory requirements into practical processes
- Support
quality, patient safety, and operational excellence
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree required in Healthcare
Administration, Business, Nursing, or a related field
- CHOP (Certified Healthcare Operations
Professional) or organization-equivalent credential
- CHIP (Certified Healthcare Improvement
Professional) or organization-equivalent credential
- 4–6 years of healthcare regulatory or
compliance experience
- 2–3 years of direct accreditation or
regulatory survey experience
- DNV/NIAHO accreditation and survey
experience strongly preferred
- Hospital accreditation experience with
other national accrediting bodies considered
- Montana state licensing and survey
experience preferred
- Strong understanding of healthcare
regulatory and accreditation requirements
- Attention to detail with collaborative,
problem solving, organizational and communication skills
What You Can Expect
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
Coverage, HSA& FSA Options
- Generous PTO, Vacation days,
holidays & sick leave
- Tuition Assistance &
Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3%
employer match
- Cafeteria, Health Club Membership
& Affordable Child Care
- Success Share Payout
Compensation is reviewed annually to
remain competitive with industry standards.
If you are an experienced accreditation and
compliance professional looking to make a meaningful impact on healthcare
quality and regulatory excellence, we invite you to apply and join a team
committed to continuous improvement.