CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

Chief Legal Officer

Galen Medical Group offers several medical specialties throughout the Chattanooga region. We provide quality care and patient-friendly services to adults and children of all ages. Our mission is to elevate the health of our community through multiple medical specialties providing excellent care delivered with wisdom, compassion, integrity and a commitment to technology, education and scientific inquiry. We are seeking qualified, like minded Individuals to join our team!

Purpose :

We seek a knowledgeable and experienced Chief Legal Officer / Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to ensure our company adheres to legal standards and in-house policies. You will be responsible for evaluating all applicable regulations and recommending / participating in all related matters. The CLO / CCO will possess an in-depth understanding of industry-specific regulations, standards, and practices, including but not limited to HIPAA, OSHA, False Claims Act, STARK, Anti-Kickback, and other federal regulations. Experience with healthcare operations, along with previous privacy and compliance leadership, is crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce necessary policies and procedures to adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies.
• Regularly assess the efficiency of control systems and recommend effective improvements.
• Review and evaluate company procedures and reports to identify hidden risks or common issues.
• Coordinate with different departments to ensure they follow up with the correction process.
• Provide guidance on proper ethical and legal practices and responses to compliance issues.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence and identify problematic areas.
• Plan, implement, and oversee risk-related programs.
• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and non-compliance issues.
• Provide continuous training and updates to regulatory changes of multiple departments.
• Build and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local healthcare authorities.