Job Description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other 

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locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

100% Remote

Currently Virtua welcomes candidates for 100% remote positions from: AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, KY, MD, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV only.

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

*Commutable distance to Marlton, NJ preferred.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Corporate Privacy, the Privacy Analyst supports Virtua Health’s privacy program, including system-wide compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s (HIPAA) Privacy Rule and other privacy-related state and federal regulations.

Position Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Privacy Manager, assumes responsibility for the initial screening of, timely investigation, and triaging, as appropriate, of system-wide privacy matters. Conducts thorough and comprehensive investigations of privacy violation allegations, including data gathering, analyses, interviews, and report writing under the direction of the Director of Corporate Privacy.

Provides support to the Director of Corporate Privacy and Privacy Manager in meeting federal and state reporting requirements, including the Office for Civil Rights, regarding breach notification and follow-up investigations.

Coordinates with Legal, Human Resources, IT Security, Marketing, Security, Health Information Management, and other departments, as needed, during the privacy investigation and breach notification processes.

Continuously improves the methodology(ies), policies, and procedures to maintain appropriate documentation for all privacy investigation activities, including a detailed log of all allegations, information related to affected parties, investigation details, and breach risk assessments.

Conducts monitoring audits and investigations with respect to electronic health record access. Follows-up and resolves any identified issues. Maintains associated documentation.

Serves as a confidential point of contact for employees to report privacy violations.

Assists the Director of Corporate Privacy and Privacy Manager in conducting system-wide privacy risk assessments.

In conjunction with the Director of Corporate Privacy and Privacy Manager, trains and educates employees on Virtua’s privacy program and related policies and procedures.

Position Qualifications Required:

 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including conducting investigations and trainings.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/HITECH, including breach notification protocol.
• Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management across all functional areas.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Experience with Epic is a plus. 

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree required