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　　Do you want to make a difference?

　　Cognosante employees are passionate about improving people’s lives. With an innovative mindset and an unwavering commitment to those we serve, we partner with healthcare, civilian and defense agencies to deliver exceptional public services and programs. Our multi-faceted technology and customer experience (CX) solutions achieve program outcomes, solve critical challenges and create meaningful change. Whether we are helping Veterans access healthcare faster, ensuring that members of the military complete their missions safely, or helping people obtain health insurance, our work touches millions of people. Are you ready to make a difference?

　　Come Join Our Team

　　Cognosante is seeking an outgoing, organized, eager, and proactive individual to fill a remote Compliance Officer role to support the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare contract. This contract is a critical component of defending the Medicare Trust Fund by collecting billions of dollars annually in mistaken payments from debtors. The CMS Medicare contract is the center point of that process – combining both Coordination of Benefits case work and Data Collection from Beneficiaries, Group Health Plans (GHP) and Non-Group Health Plans (NGHP) to ensure accurate payment of Medicare claims.

　　What is the position?

　　The Compliance Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive compliance program to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating compliance risks while fostering a culture of ethics and integrity within the program.

　　What will I get to do?

　　Key responsibilities include:

　　Serve as key personnel on the contract.

　　Design, develop, and implement an effective and scalable compliance program tailored to the organization's needs.

　　Collaborate with key stakeholders to assess compliance risks and define program goals and objectives.

　　Create and update compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with relevant laws and industry best practices.

　　Ensure that policies are communicated effectively to all employees and stakeholders.

　　Develop and deliver comprehensive compliance training programs for employees at all levels.

　　Foster a culture of compliance awareness and ethical behavior throughout the organization.

　　Conduct regular risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities.

　　Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and enhance overall compliance posture.

　　Establish monitoring mechanisms to track and report on compliance metrics.

　　Provide regular reports to senior management and relevant committees on the status of the compliance program.

　　Implement process to receive compliance-related complaints that permit anonymous reporting.

　　Coordinate and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

　　Lead or assist in investigations related to compliance matters, as necessary.

　　Serve as a central point of contact for compliance-related inquiries.

　　Collaborate with legal, human resources, and other departments to address compliance issues.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　What qualifications do I need?

　　Required minimum qualifications:

　　Bachelor’s degree.

　　5 or more years of experience developing and overseeing compliance programs.

　　Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

　　Must be a US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US (if not a citizen) and a resident of the US for at least 3 years within the last 5 years.

　　What additional characteristics will help me thrive?

　　Experience with CMS programs and a strong understanding of compliance requirements.

　　Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and CMS standards.

　　Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

　　Familiarity with technology solutions for compliance management.

　　What We Offer  

　　Our mission is to provide comprehensive and competitive pay, benefits, services, and programs to eligible employees and their dependents that: 

　　Ensure optimal health and productivity of our employees  

　　Support employee retention and attraction 

　　Provide work/life balance to ensure our employees succeed inside and outside of the office 

　　Compensation

　　$77,059.11 - $124,450.68

　　The pay range for this job is determined by various factors, including but not necessarily limited to location, responsibilities of the job, and alignment with market data. When determining a salary for this role, the following factors may be taken into consideration - contract-specific affordability, education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience. The estimate displayed represents the salary range for this position and is just one component of Cognosante’s total compensation package for employees. It is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

　　Cognosante will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position.

　　What We Promise  

　　Cognosante employees are inspired by our bold mission to improve lives. To achieve this mission, we put our people first. No matter where they're located around the nation, our innovative workplaces enable individuals to apply their skills and experience to work toward a greater good.

　　We foster a winning culture of solution creators built on innovation, collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance. And we invest in the next generation of diverse talent to foster an inclusive, progressive, adaptable workplace that prioritizes advancement for all. As an affirmative action employer, we are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.  

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　　We will never send communications through any other domain, including @cognosantecareers.com, @gmail.com or @yahoo.com). We will never request payment from you, nor will we send payment to you, prior to your start date. If you have been asked to send or receive any payment, or if you have any doubt about whether you have been contacted by a Cognosante employee, please contact us at [email protected]

　　At Cognosante, we innovate with purpose. Each day, we create meaningful change by delivering mission-driven solutions for healthcare, civilian, and defense government agencies. When you work at Cognosante, you’ll apply your talents and grow your career with an organization that believes in the missions of our customers – and the right every employee has to an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative workplace. Work with us, and you’ll be challenged and supported—and have the platform to elevate your career to wherever your professional aspirations lead.​

　　Get to know Cognosante employees

　　We’re driven by our customers’ missions, and measure success by how we improve lives.

　　We believe innovative solutions start with an innovative culture.

　　We believe customer understanding is the key to creating innovative solutions.

　　We know we are stronger together, and we value the diversity of our people.

　　We believe growth should be a core job benefit.

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