Description
Job Description:
Leidos is seeking a HIPAA Analyst I/Paralegal to join our Washington, D.C. team on a multi-year contract with anticipated start in mid-2022 . The ideal candidate will follow established guidelines in the resolution of complaints alleging violations of the Privacy and Security Rules of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). This includes performing legal research, gathering, preparing, and summarizing relevant materials for use by attorneys and other legal counsel, as well as maintaining case files, indexing and tracking documents, and responding to citizen correspondence and telephone calls.
Main Duties include:
Assists in resolving complaints alleging violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) including access, health information privacy, and security complaints
Analyzes information provided and allegations raised by complainants concerning HIPAA statutes
Resolves complaints recommended for administrative, non-investigative closure using prewritten templates and established case resolution guidelines.
Conducts administrative work associated with the disposition of health information privacy and security complaints including printing and mailing closure letters.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience.
Familiarity with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Excellent document review and analytical capabilities;
Experience managing a busy caseload;
Ability to absorb substantial subject matter, think independently, and apply law to fact;
Ability to offer measured responses to the general public;
Ability to work effectively in a busy environment;
Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiarity with a variety of computer applications including databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and scanning;
Ability to work independently and within a team
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1966 (HIPAA)
Experience working in a law firm and/or government environment;
Strong interest in civil rights and/or health information privacy and security;
Customer service background
This position is covered under the Service Contract Act and is subject to minimum wage requirements as well as the minimum Health and Welfare benefit. Leidos will ensure that all provisions are met through their wages and benefits. The pay for this position will be $21.36/hr.
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Pay Range:
Pay Range - -Covid Guidance
In order to enter Leidos facilities in the U.S. and to attend Leidos events outside our facilities, employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or maintain proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours of entry. In addition, we are receiving guidance from certain customers that onsite contractor personnel will need to be fully vaccinated to access customer facilities. If you are not vaccinated, please consider getting your COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please contact your Talent Acquisition POC.
About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.
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Commitment to Diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
