The Chief Risk & Technology Officer (CRTO) will spearhead the integration of advanced technologies and compliance strategies to ensure regulatory adherence and robust risk management within our healthcare organizations. This role demands a visionary leader with extensive experience in healthcare technology, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The CRTO will prioritize and manage risks effectively, balancing opportunity costs with potential risks, and incorporating real-world experience into the risk program to enhance client care and drive innovation. The role will oversee the Office of Risk Management which includes Compliance, Privacy & Risk, Contracts Management, Quality & Internal Audit.

Core Responsibilities & Essential Job Functions

Ethics and Culture:

Foster a culture of ethics and compliance throughout the organization, promoting transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Drive thoughtful and sustainable innovation through technology and process efficiency.
Provide training and education to staff on compliance and ethical practices on an ongoing basis staying up to date on best practices and industry trends.

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance strategy which includes technology oversight and advancement aligned with the organization’s purpose and goals.
Real-world experience integration:
- Practical Insights: Leverage real-world experience to enhance the risk program. This includes applying lessons learned from past projects and industry best practices to current risk management strategies.
- Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly updating risk management practices based on real-world feedback and evolving industry standards.
- Next Generation Practices: Lead the ideation and execution of integration of cutting edge technology and solutions (e.g. AI).
Oversee and optimize the governance structure across the Family of Companies. Conduct a thorough review of technology spending initiatives and ensure responsibilities, as defined by the approved structure, are executed appropriately to manage risks effectively.
Partner with the senior leadership to help oversee and manage spend and planning through input to business owners, organizational guidance, and portfolio oversight.
Support enterprise applications & contracts providing guidance on risks and opportunities to meet the business goals.

Compliance Management:

Prioritization and Effective Management:
- Risk Prioritization: Develop a framework for prioritizing risks based on their potential impact and likelihood. This helps in focusing resources on the most critical areas.
- Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocate resources to manage prioritized risks, ensuring that the organization can respond effectively to potential threats.
- Resource Efficiency: Utilize advanced technologies such as AI and data analytics to enhance risk management processes, making them more efficient and effective.
Ensure the organization adheres to all federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, FDA, and CMS guidelines.
Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Risk Management:

Opportunity Cost with Risks:
- Risk Assessment and Management: Evaluate and manage the opportunity costs associated with various risks and opportunities. This involves balancing potential benefits against potential downsides to make informed decisions.
- Strategic Planning: Integrate risk management into strategic planning to ensure that opportunities are pursued in a way that aligns with the organization's risk appetite.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to technology and compliance, including data breaches, regulatory changes, and operational disruptions.
Implement proactive risk management strategies with executive leadership and conduct regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance and risk mitigation.
Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place to protect client data and comply with HIPAA and other relevant regulations.

Innovation and Improvement:

Drive innovation by staying abreast of emerging technologies and regulatory trends in the healthcare industry.
Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities for process improvements and enhancements.
Manage the portfolio of technology spend and performance expectations with our IT partner Xolv.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to:

Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in healthcare technology, compliance, and risk management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) preferred.
Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems and healthcare data analytics preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

Sensitivity to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
A commitment to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, patience and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), especially Excel and related computer software.
Consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
Work in an exciting, fast paced high energy environment while effectively multitasking and managing day-to-day responsibilities without supervision.
Personable; able to work comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organization.
Excellent verbal and writing communication skills; frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
Must be highly detail oriented.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to communicate effectively within the work environment, read and write using the primary language within the workplace.
Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff and others in the workplace continuously.
Frequent speaking and listening (25-75%) to clients, staff, and others in the workplace.
Utilize computer and cell phone for effective communication.

Conditions of Employment

Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
Must have a valid Driver’s License with Insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
Able to travel to multiple work sites. Reliable transportation needed.
Must attend any required training.

About Us

At Catalight, we embrace people’s differences — both visible and invisible. And we believe everyone deserves to be understood, respected and celebrated for their many contributions. That’s why we have a bold vision to break down barriers and biases to create a more equitable world, so people with developmental disabilities can choose their own paths.

We do this by providing access to innovative, individualized care services, clinical research and advocacy and, through the work of our affiliate partners, Easterseals Northern California and Easterseals Hawaii, we provide services to people with disabilities and their families to support them across their care journey.

Our purpose-driven teams are creating a pathway to a more impactful future. Empowering others and fostering an inclusive environment that embodies our core values to ensure we grow responsibly.

The listed salary range for this position is an expected range. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

$300-400,000 plus 20% bonus opportunity

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Time Type:

Full time

Compensation:

$300-400,000 Annually plus 20% bonus opportunity

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Catalight is an equal opportunity employer.

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