Job Description

Compliance Officer (Healthcare Operations)
Rocky Mountain Laboratories – Remote in UT, AZ, TX, ID, NV, or CO

About Us
Rocky Mountain Laboratories (RML) is a clinical laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services across multiple states. We are dedicated to delivering accurate and timely diagnostic information and committed to improving healthcare outcomes through cutting-edge technology, strong healthcare compliance practices, and a customer-focused approach.

Position
Rocky Mountain Laboratories (RML) is seeking a Compliance Officer (Healthcare Operations) to help develop, strengthen, and oversee our organization’s compliance program in collaboration with Legal Counsel.

This role is ideal for a healthcare compliance professional with hands-on experience in clinical laboratory compliance, medical billing compliance, internal audits, and healthcare regulatory oversight. Candidates should have supported or contributed to healthcare compliance operations and be ready to take on broader ownership of compliance program development within a growing, multi-state laboratory organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain RML’s healthcare compliance program, policies, and procedures
• Monitor regulatory and payer updates (OIG, CMS, CLIA, HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid) and advise leadership on required changes
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of regulatory compliance across the organization
• Coordinate employee compliance training programs and track completion
• Develop, manage, and report on the annual compliance work plan, including identification of risk areas and trends
• Develop internal audit plans; conduct and document internal audits to identify and correct areas of non-compliance
• Perform audits such as CLIA documentation reviews, billing compliance checks, policy adherence reviews, and training completion audits
• Partner with HR, Billing, and Operations teams to ensure consistent adherence to company policies and payer requirements
• Maintain awareness of emerging laws, CLIA updates, HIPAA changes, and payer rules that impact laboratory operations and reimbursement
• Collaborate with Legal Counsel on audits, investigations, compliance documentation, and policy updates
• Prepare periodic compliance reports and updates for the leadership team
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or Law degree preferred
• 5+ years of healthcare compliance experience in a clinical, laboratory, billing, or healthcare operations environment
• Strong understanding of CLIA, HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, and healthcare regulatory frameworks
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Ability to apply project management skills to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a remote, multi-state healthcare setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare compliance certification (CHC, CCEP, or equivalent)
• Experience with diagnostic laboratories, CLIA regulations, and accreditation requirements
• Experience collaborating with Legal Counsel and HR on compliance matters
• Familiarity with compliance tracking systems, audit documentation tools, or policy management platforms

Compensation
Full-time position with an annual salary range of $100,000–$125,000 , depending on experience.

Work Location
Remote – limited to candidates licensed and based in one of the following states:  UT, AZ, TX, ID, NV, or CO

Benefits for full-time W2 Team Members:
*** New benefits effective January 1, 2026.***
Benefits begin 60 days after the first full month of full-time employment.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (21 days annually for full-time team members)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with 50% Company Match up to 6% ***
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (RML covers 60% of STD premium) ***
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Company-Funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ***

Ability to commute/relocate:
Remote in UT, AZ, TX, ID, NV, or CO

Ideal start date:
As soon as the right candidate is identified

Application Deadline:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before any stated deadline.

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

At Rocky Mountain Laboratories, we prioritize the care and well-being of our team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Rocky Mountain Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws and prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. We also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pre-Employment Notice & E-Verify
Rocky Mountain Laboratories participates in E-Verify.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and other pre-employment screenings, as required.

Employment with Rocky Mountain Laboratories is at-will. This means either the Team Member or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. Nothing in this posting or in future communications alters that relationship.

While we appreciate interest from staffing agencies, Rocky Mountain Laboratories does not currently partner with external agencies. Resumes submitted unsolicited will not be considered, and no fees will be paid.

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