**Remote opportunity in the following locations: VA, MD, WV, NC, SC, GA, FL, TN, KY, MO, MI, OH, AR, AL, TX, KS**

The Senior Privacy Specialist functions and performs in a multifaceted role within the organization that monitors VCUHS/VCU compliance with the rules and regulations surrounding the use, storage and transmission of Patient Health Information. The Senior Privacy Specialist accomplishes this through monitoring and auditing; policy creation; staff educational efforts; and implementing technological reviews and safeguards.

The Senior Privacy Specialist provides guidance, education and serves as a resource to VCUHS/VCU workforce, which also includes researchers, volunteers, and students seeking information regarding patient privacy, information security and HIPAA compliance.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certified in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC), or

Certified in Healthcare Privacy & Security (CHPS), or

Obtain certification within one year of employment into position

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current CHPC or CHPS, or

Obtain certification within one year of employment in position

Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of five (5) years of HIPAA Privacy and Security healthcare experience
Previous experience in an information technology, audit, policy and/or business related position

Experience PREFERRED:
Three (3) years of experience in a compliance related environment or academic healthcare center to include HIPAA Privacy and Security work experience

Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business, Healthcare Administration or related field

Education/training PREFERRED:
Master's Degree in Information Technology, Business, Healthcare Administration or related field

Independent action(s) required:
Ability to research, comprehend and analyze government regulations with corresponding development of plans for resolution and implementation recommendations to others.
Ability to prioritize and shift tasks as needed based on emergent criteria.
Ability to anticipate the needs of the Compliance Leadership Team.
Ability to interact with employees at all levels within the organization.
Ability to work from an annual work plan and manage resources to complete the work plan in a timely manner.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements: N/A

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change

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