Chief Compliance Officer

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives! 

Are you looking for a career where compassion meets purpose? At VitalCaring, we’re more than a home health and hospice provider—we’re a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both our patients and our team members. 

Who We Are 

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with over 65 locations across the country. We are committed to fostering a culture of support, growth, and excellence for our team that is the backbone of how we ensure we deliver exceptional patient care. 

What we Offer

Health & Wellness 

Medical, Dental & Vision 
Pharmacy Benefits 
Virtual & Mental Health Support 
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Account (HSA) 
Supplemental Health & Life Insurance 

Financial & Legal 

401(k) with Company Match 
Employee Referral Program 
Prepaid Legal Plans  

Identity Theft Protection 

Work-Life Balance & Perks 

Paid Time Off 
Pet Insurance 
Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement 

 The Chief Compliance Officer must have the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with all segments of the Company’s staff, healthcare professionals, lay people and public, the Governing Body, and patients.

As the Chief Compliance Officer you will:

• Reports to the Board of Directors and General Counsel on the progress of developing, implementing, and establishing methods, structured in a formal Compliance Program, designed to improve the Company’s efficiency and quality of services; ensuring compliance; and reducing the Company’s vulnerability to fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Monitor the day-to-day compliance activities engaged in by the Company, as well as any reporting obligations.
• Create and update internal policies and procedures that align with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Review and provide updates to the Standards of Conducts and work with Human Resources to ensure employees have received, read, understood, and will abide by all compliance-related policies.
• Conduct routine internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance and areas of improvement.
• Develop, coordinate, and participate in a multifaceted educational and training program that focuses on the elements of the Compliance Program and ensure it is delivered and tracked for all employees.
• In coordination with the Legal department, lead investigations into compliance issues; develop correction action plans and establish and manage programs for reporting any noncompliance.
• Stay up to date on all applicable healthcare legislation and guidelines, with timely communication of changes to relevant departments and employees.
• Ensure the protection of patient privacy and rights in accordance with regulations such as HIPAA.
• Ensure the performance of screenings of the OIG LEIE and/or GSA SAMS lists, as required, with respect to all covered persons.
• Determine the continued employment eligibility for individuals who appear on either of the above listing(s) and communicate with the employee and their supervisor regarding the same.
• Maintain electronic records of sanction screenings performed (including documentation regarding individuals who appear on either listing, along with resolution) and produce evidence of screenings when requested by internal/external auditors/surveyors.
• Review calls received via the VitalCaring Compliance Hotline, routing calls to the appropriate department for follow-up and investigation, in collaboration with the Legal department. Maintain electronic records of all communication, investigations, and resolution.
• Manage the internal expenses and ensure such expenses remain in line with the Compliance Department budget for all compliance reviews and monitoring activities, including annual or periodic reviews of departments.
• Report compliance activities and risks to the General Counsel, CEO, and Board of Directors
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills for Success

• Graduate of an accredited college/university, with education in healthcare administration, business, pre-law or related studies.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in compliance, legal, risk management, and/or regulatory affairs in the healthcare space, with a strong preference for such experience in the Home Health and Hospice industry.
• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (‘CHC’) or Certified Professional Compliance Officer (‘CPCO’) preferred.
• Adept knowledge of healthcare operations, with a strong preference for Home Health and Hospice operations, federal Conditions of Participation, state regulations, HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS guidelines for home care providers.
• Integrity, independence, and ability to make tough decisions.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Current driver’s license in state of residence, reliable transportation, and current auto liability insurance.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of time.

Explore your future with VitalCaring today.