Licensing & Regulatory Specialist

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

(EPHF) Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbott’s Heart Failure division, we’re advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies in electrophysiology and heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO  

The Licensing & Regulatory Specialist Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the Quality system.  This position will support day to day operations for change control and provide regulatory direction on team activities.   The primary responsibility of this position will be maintain and obtain state licensing enrollments and state Medicaid enrollments.  In addition, the position will be responsible for keeping track of state licensing requirements and state Medicaid requirements based on annual requirement reviews.   This position will be responsible for audit preparation for the site and handling submissions associated with internal and external audits. 

·  Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the Quality system   
·  Support day to day operations for change control and provide regulatory direction on team activities
·  Maintain and obtain state licensing enrollments and state Medicaid enrollments.  In addition, the position will be responsible for keeping track of state licensing requirements and state Medicaid requirements based on annual requirement reviews.
·  Responsible for audit preparation for the site and handling submissions associated with internal and external audits
·  Develops; implements and monitors productivity and quality to ensure standards are met.
·  Maintains patient information in accordance with HIPAA, PHI and regulatory requirements.
·  Audits the billing and collections activity for compliance and accuracy on a regular basis.
·  Point of contact for inquiries from management staff, Corporate finance, and auditors, payers regarding licensing status and regulatory/ audit inquiries

  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING  

Required  

·  Bachelor's Degree preferably in a technical discipline such as biology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, medical technology, etc. 
·  Minimum 2 years regulatory experience required. 
·  Microsoft office proficency required
·  Competencies Required: Business Acumen, Confidentiality, Drive for Results, Action-Oriented, Technical Learning, Strategic Agility, Change Management, Time Management

Preferred  

·  Licensing/ Accreditation experience preferred
·  Experience with writing performance reviews, employee relations, interviewing for hire, disciplinary action write-ups, and counseling employees.
·  Must have knowledge of general office procedures using office equipment. 
·  Strong at execution, follow-up and attention to detail.
·  Commitment to process improvement and the ability to think “out-of the box”.
·  Strong leadership experience, including excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
·  A team player, adept at building relationships within the team and across the organization.
·  Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
·  Ability to recognize performance quality and motivate others towards improved performance.
·  Possesses excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills in order to meet commitments and deadlines.
·  Ability to work independently and demonstrate consistent customer focus.
·  Recognizes the entire scope of an issue and participate objectively towards resolution with other team members.
·  Maintains professional personal appearance.
·  Ability to verbally communicate details and understand parameters of job responsibilities.
·  Takes initiative to learn Company organization and procedures.
·  Maintains the highest professional and ethical standards in conducting day-to-day business. 
·  Adheres to all Company HIPAA compliance regulations, business and professional ethics, and confidentiality and privacy regulations as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
·  Requires an in depth understand of compliance, regulatory oversight bodies and payer requirements.
·  Represents the Company in a positive, customer friendly attitude to other employees, clients, agencies, entities and patients.

WHAT WE OFFER   

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

·  Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
·  Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  
·  Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs 
·  Paid time off   
·  401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
·  The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com   

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. 

 

     

JOB FAMILY:

Regulatory Operations

     

DIVISION:

EPHF Electrophysiology & Heart Failure

        

LOCATION:

United States > Florida : 6020 NW 4th Place, Suite A

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf