Account Privacy Officer

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The Account Privacy Officer is responsible for compliance with HIPAA Privacy and Security rules and State privacy laws.  Acts as the single customer point of contact for privacy for servicing large HealthCare customer accounts. 

Gainwell clients are highly regulated with comprehensive privacy and security needs.  This position will implement and oversee account-specific privacy programs, including policies and procedures, quality improvement projects, incident investigations, risk assessment activities, and staff member training. The Account Privacy Officer reports to the Corporate Privacy Officer.

Your role in our mission:

• Subject matter expert for HIPAA Privacy and Security regulations and state/local privacy laws, including OCR and NIST privacy and security guidance and controls.
• Investigate and report on privacy-related incidents. Conduct risk assessments to determine impact of incidents. Drive compliance with federal and state reporting requirements.
• Conduct monitoring assessments to ensure staff member compliance with privacy and security policies and procedures.
• Be the face of privacy for staff members and create a culture of compliance in which reporting of concerns and incidents is encouraged and supported.
• Author and maintain all documentation supporting HIPAA compliance including privacy policies, health information management procedures, Privacy Incident Response Plan, and related controls.
• 24/7 availability to address privacy and security emergency incidents as they may affect company and client operations.
• Assist client in handling requests from individuals exercising their privacy rights, including access to records and amendment of PHI as well as privacy complaints.
• Work with the client Contracting Officer to supply and support initiatives and deliverables as outlined in the contract.
• Support and contribute to Corporate privacy initiatives, documentation, and training as requested by the Corporate Privacy Officer.

What we’re looking for

• A minimum of 4 years experience in healthcare privacy activities which include overseeing the establishment, implementation, and adherence to corporate policies on privacy, confidentiality, and release of information; experience developing, conducting, and reporting privacy risk. 
• Bachelors / undergraduate degree or equivalent diploma, or combination of education, certification and relevant experience.
• Possess and maintain privacy certification from HCCA, IAPP, AHIMA, or equivalent.
• Experience in healthcare payer setting or in a state or federal agency is desired.

What to expect in this role:

• Remote work accepted from any state. 
• The offices are located in Ohio. 

The pay range for this position is $80,600.00 - $115,200.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Put your passion to work at Gainwell. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work flexibility, learning, and career development. All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a 401(k) employer match, comprehensive health benefits, and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our company website and visit our Careers site for all available job role openings.

Gainwell Technologies is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.