Job Information
Assistance Plus Lead Auditor in Benton, Maine
Lead Auditor
Job Details
Job Location
11 East Street - Benton, ME
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$21.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Job Category
Admin - Clerical
Description
The Lead Auditor (LA) will have primary day-to-day responsibility for performing high level auditing tasks including developing and coordinating compliance assurance with applicable state licensing, reimbursement, and regulatory requirements. This position will require an individual to have a high level of attention to detail, an interest in ensuring documentation is in line with state and federal regulations, and a willingness to work cohesively with other departments regarding incorrect documentation.
This is a full time position (40 hours per week) and is located at our Benton office.
Duties include:
Emphasizing quality, continuous improvement, and high performance in all quality assurance projects
Working with the rest of the QA team to review treatment plans, comp assessments, trackers, opening and annual paperwork for completeness and accuracy
Developing and implementing Agency policies and procedures as they relate to Quality Assurance
Learning and navigating record systems and ensuring that they are maintained in accordance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements
Performing and maintaining the monthly BHHO audit
Completing the monthly BHHO attestation
Ensuring effective internal controls are in place to assure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies
Analyzing data to identify areas of improvement in the quality system
Assisting in preparing annual reports to communicate outcome of quality activities
Supporting on-site audits conducted by external providers
Evaluating audit findings and reporting back to the Director of BH Programs
Auditing client records in accordance with MaineCare, OADS, licensing, AMHI Consent Decree, OCFS, DLRS, and all other stakeholders’ regulatory requirements.
Keeping up to date with all related quality legislation and compliance issues
Assisting with providing orientation to new employees regarding QA Department and its responsibilities
Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOP) for the department
Acting as the agency's HIPAA Compliance Officer
Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine driver’s license are required
High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate's Degree preferred
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Must be 18 years of age or older
Advanced skill level with Microsoft Office Word and Excel
Minimum of five to ten years of experience in an auditing role.
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
High level of attention to detail
Benefits:
Generous Earned Benefit Time
Working in a team-oriented environment
12 paid holidays per year
Agency-paid life insurance in the amount of your annual salary with a max of $50K
Agency-paid Short-Term Disability
Medical, dental, and voluntary insurances
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