Healthcare Compliance Specialist- Remote

About Correctional Healthcare Partners: Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP Health) is a company dedicated to providing healthcare services to the incarcerated, and we're growing. We exist because the people inside county jails still deserve real healthcare — and the counties that serve them deserve a partner who shows up, owns the outcome, and gets the work right. We deliver medical, mental health, and dental care across jails and detention facilities in California and Washington, and we do it with clinicians who chose this setting and a leadership team that supports the mission. The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Compliance Specialist with deep experience in correctional healthcare standards to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert on NCCHC accreditation, monitor healthcare contract compliance, and partner with clinical, custody, and executive stakeholders to drive accountability and continuous improvement. This is a high-impact role for a compliance professional who thrives at the intersection of healthcare, law, and corrections. You will have significant autonomy, broad organizational visibility, and the opportunity to shape compliance culture across a complex, mission-critical environment. *** This is an exempt role, salary range of 130K-190K based on experience. *** Must be able to work West Coast Hours and travel few times as year to California as needed. About the Role: As a Compliance Specialist, you will monitor regulatory requirements, conduct internal audits, support accreditation efforts, and work hand-in-hand with Legal, Operations, and Clinical leadership to make sure we stay ahead of issues — not behind them. What You'll Do: Regulatory Compliance & Monitoring Serve as an expert on NCCHC standards and the accreditation process, including preparing for and participating in surveys. Track changes to NCCHC standards, CMS requirements, HIPAA/HITECH rules, and state-specific healthcare licensing requirements Support preparation for and response to institutional reform litigation Internal Audits & Risk Management Conduct regular internal audits of clinical documentation, policies, and operational practices against applicable standards Identify compliance gaps and work with site leaders and clinical staff to develop corrective action plans (CAPs) Track CAP implementation and report on status to General Counsel and leadership Maintain audit trails, compliance records, and documentation supporting regulatory readiness Assist with investigations of compliance concerns, grievances, or reported violations Policy, Training & Culture Develop, review, and update compliance policies and procedures in plain language Design and deliver compliance training for clinical, operational, and administrative staff Foster a speak-up culture where staff feel comfortable raising compliance concerns Serve as a resource for staff with questions about regulatory requirements, HIPAA obligations, and compliance expectations Cross-Functional & Contract Compliance Review facility contracts to identify compliance obligations and ensure operational teams understand and meet them Work with Clinical leadership to ensure documentation and care delivery practices align with NCCHC and contract standards Support General Counsel on compliance-related legal matters Prepare compliance reports and dashboards for leadership on a regular cadence What We're Looking For: Associates or higher degree required 4+ years of compliance experience, ideally in correctional healthcare, Deep knowledge of NCCHC standards and accreditation processes; experience preparing for or participating in NCCHC surveys strongly preferred. Knowledge of HIPAA/HITECH, CMS requirements, and state healthcare licensing processes (preferably California) Experience conducting audits, drafting corrective action plans, and tracking remediation Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex compliance matters in practical, accessible terms Experience leading through influence Proficient using an Electronic Medical Records System (EMR) Proficiency with Microsoft Office Experience with compliance tracking or GRC tools a plus The Mindset We're Hiring For: You read a standard or regulation and immediately think about how it applies in practice You find the gap before the auditor does You can tell a clinical team what they need to fix as a supportive partner You are organized enough to manage competing deadlines You see compliance as enabling good care, not just avoiding liability Benefits: CHP offers a competitive total rewards package designed for the people who do this work for a career, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options Employer-paid life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave Continuing education and professional development support, including license renewal and CME/CEU reimbursement where applicable Malpractice coverage for clinical roles