Health Information, Privacy, and Security Manager

Join the dynamic journey at Vynca, where we're passionate about transforming care for individuals with complex needs.

We’re more than just a team; we're a close-knit community. Our shared commitment to caring for each other and those we serve is what sets us apart. Guided by our unwavering core values: Excellence, Compassion, Curiosity, and Integrity, we forge paths of success together. Join us in this transformative movement where you can contribute to making a profound difference every day.

At Vynca, our mission is to provide comprehensive care for more quality days at home.

About the job

As the Health Information, Privacy, and Security Manager, you will be a key member of our Compliance team, responsible for overseeing the management and safeguarding of patient information. In this role, you will lead the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of Vynca's comprehensive strategy and operations related to health information management, privacy, and security. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as industry standards, while also fostering a culture of data integrity, security, and privacy within the organization. Your expertise will be critical in identifying risks, implementing best practices, and ensuring the protection of both patient data and organizational systems. Additionally, you will play a vital role in developing policies, providing training, and guiding initiatives to enhance data integrity, security, and privacy efforts across the organization.

What you’ll do

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive privacy and security strategies, ensuring alignment with Vynca’s overall organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Develop and manage a centralized program to ensure the quality, accuracy, and accessibility of medical record documentation, meeting all legal and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement processes and systems that consistently support the accurate, complete, and timely documentation of medical records, maintaining high standards of quality.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable laws governing health information privacy and security.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in health information management systems, and implement corrective actions to address any identified risks.
• Oversee the implementation and management of data protection programs to safeguard sensitive health information from unauthorized access, theft, or loss, including encryption and access controls.
• Plan and execute internal and external auditing and monitoring activities to evaluate compliance with health information management, privacy, and security policies and regulations, and address any gaps in compliance.
• Create, update, and enforce privacy and security policies and procedures related to health information management to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.
• Manage medical record requests, including access, subpoenas, restrictions of information, amendments or corrections, and accounting of disclosures
• Design and deliver training programs for staff on medical record management and documentation, privacy, security protocols, and other health information management compliance standards to foster a culture of awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the response to privacy or security incidents, including breach identification, investigation, mitigation, and reporting in accordance with legal requirements.
• Work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of health information management policies, privacy, and security measures into the organization's systems, applications, and day-to-day operations.
• Track, monitor, and report on the effectiveness of health information management, privacy, and security programs, providing regular updates to leadership and recommending continuous improvements to enhance data protection and integrity efforts.
   

Your experience and qualifications

• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in healthcare privacy, security, or health information management, specifically in roles focused on managing sensitive health data and ensuring compliance with privacy and security regulations.
• Proven experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable laws governing health information privacy and security.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and standards governing the use, access, and protection of medical records and patient data.
• Strong background in developing, managing, and executing comprehensive privacy and security programs tailored to healthcare organizations.
• Proven track record in leading the response to privacy and security incidents, including breach identification, investigation, mitigation, and reporting in compliance with legal requirements.
• History of identifying compliance gaps and implementing corrective actions to maintain continuous regulatory adherence.
• Experience designing and delivering effective training programs related to privacy, security, medical record management, and health information compliance.
• Proven ability to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through education and awareness.
• Ability to provide clear and actionable updates to senior leadership and stakeholders regarding program effectiveness and potential areas for improvement.

Compensation and benefits

• Pay Range: $115-$125k annually, based on factors such as experience, skills, location, company needs, and market demands.
• Benefits: We believe great humans deserve great benefits! At Vynca, you’ll enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, income protection, PTO, company holidays, a 401k plan, and access to various wellness benefits.

Additional information

• The hiring process for this role consists of applying, followed by a phone screen, online assessment(s), interview(s), an offer, and background/reference checks.

• Background Screening: A background check, which may include a drug test or other health screenings depending on the role, will be required prior to employment.
• Job Description Scope: This job description is not exhaustive and may include additional activities, duties, and responsibilities not listed herein.
• Vaccination Requirement: Employees in patient, client, or customer-facing roles must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and influenza. Requests for religious or medical accommodations will be considered but may not always be approved.
• Employment Eligibility: Compliance with federal law requires identity and work eligibility verification using E-Verify upon hire.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: At Vynca Inc., we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We value all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other protected group under federal, state, or local law.