Compliance Specialist

As a Compliance Specialist at Monument Health, your primary responsibilities will include conducting compliance reviews, coding, and billing audits, and monitoring various healthcare documentation processes. You'll be actively involved in ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, developing compliance education materials, and identifying areas of compliance vulnerability. Your role will be crucial in helping to uphold the integrity and accountability that Monument Health represents in the community.

To qualify for the Compliance Specialist position at Monument Health, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Healthcare and experience in coding (at least 1 year) and general healthcare experience (at least 3 years). Additionally, obtaining a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) will enhance your qualifications. Having strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively are also vital.

Monument Health provides an array of beneficial perks to Compliance Specialists, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. You can enjoy paid time off, opportunities for professional growth, tuition reimbursement, and additional pay differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts, ensuring you are well-supported both personally and professionally.

At Monument Health, the work culture is centered on support and collaboration, encouraging Compliance Specialists to engage in continuous education and share insights among colleagues and management. This positive environment fosters teamwork, while also promoting the development of effective strategies to ensure compliance within the healthcare system. You'll be part of a team that values your contributions and strives to maintain high standards of service.

Compliance Specialists at Monument Health are offered various growth opportunities, including ongoing education, professional development pathways, and access to mentorship programs. With a focus on ensuring compliance and excellence in healthcare delivery, you can steadily advance your career by broadening your skill set and taking on new challenges within the organization.

In your answer, highlight specific projects or initiatives you've handled. Discuss your understanding of regulatory standards and how you monitored compliance in past positions. Be sure to provide examples where your work positively impacted organizational compliance.

Share your approaches to professional development, such as attending workshops, online training, or reading relevant literature. Mention specific resources or organizations you follow to keep abreast of changes in healthcare compliance regulations.

Discuss the methodology you employ when conducting audits, emphasizing attention to detail and organizational skills. Mention the tools or software you use to facilitate the auditing process and how you ensure findings are documented accurately.

Outline your experience in creating or facilitating compliance training sessions. Describe how you assess the needs of your audience and adapt educational materials to different learning styles. Emphasize any successful outcomes or feedback you’ve received.

Discuss your strategic thinking process when identifying vulnerabilities. Highlight your ability to develop corrective action plans and how you ensure that all stakeholders are involved in the resolution process to foster a culture of compliance.

Share relevant certifications such as the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and how the knowledge gained from them has equipped you to tackle the challenges in compliance work. Discuss how these credentials validate your expertise.

Provide a specific example, focusing on the complexity of the situation and your approach to resolving it. Highlight your analytical skills and how you engaged with your team to address the matter effectively.

Speak about your communication skills and methods, such as meetings, emails, or presentations. Explain how you tailor your communication to suit different audiences, ensuring clarity and understanding across the board.

Share your enthusiasm for the healthcare sector and how Monument Health’s mission aligns with your professional values and goals. Emphasize your desire to contribute to the organization's commitment to compliance and ethical standards.

Describe the steps you would take upon discovery, such as documenting the breach, informing relevant parties, and developing a plan for corrective action. Highlight the importance of transparency, adherence to policies, and fostering a culture of accountability.