OPO Compliance Specialist

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The OPO Regulatory Compliance Specialist assists in the development, monitoring and implementation of compliance initiatives to meet the organ procurement organization's regulatory compliance requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Conducts regular on-going review and analysis of all relevant regulatory compliance requirements.

• Assists in the development of policies and procedures to conform to relevant regulatory agencies’ requirements and regulations.

• Research questions from staff regarding regulatory compliance.

• Assists in the implementation of audit processes and programs to ensure compliance.

• Supports and coordinates the gathering of information and data for submissions to regulators as needed.

• Works with department leadership in the implementation of corrective action plans in situations of non-compliance, monitors progress and ensures completion.

• Monitors, tracks, and documents compliance risks and ensure that the OPO responds appropriately.

• Responds for external requests for information and assist with the preparation of reports and OPO compliance metrics monthly or as needed.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                         

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.

• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

Data gathering: Obtains lists of deaths meeting required parameters from LAORA donor hospitals on the schedule required by CMS. Data Review and Coordination: Reviews and validates data and information to assist in identifying potential missed opportunities for donation. Schedules and conducts medical record reviews with donor hospitals when referrals are not found in LAORAIS. Travels to hospitals to obtain records/conduct reviews and meet with HIM staff. Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required. Reports findings on a regular basis to internal partners including Hospital Services, the Quality department and Leadership to support performance improvement. Enters any missed referrals into LAORAIS and flags them for upload to DonorNet® within 30 days of discovery. Establishes and helps to maintain access to DSA hospital EMRs for LAORA team members. Facilitates onboarding and termination of employee access to appropriate hospital EMR systems. Assists team members with access issues. Acts as LAORA liaison between DSA hospital HIM and EMR departments. Assists Hospital Services with establishing hospital classifications. Assists with the preparation for regulatory agency (UNOS, CMS, AOPO) audits and inspections. Other related duties as assigned.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff