Job Description

Vertis Therapy, a therapist-owned healthcare organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Compliance to oversee regulatory, legal, and ethical compliance across all therapy operations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and payer requirements related to physical, occupational, and speech therapy services while supporting a culture of integrity, accountability, and high-quality patient care.

This is a hybrid position with a combination of remote work and on-site responsibilities at the corporate office throughout the week.

• Oversee healthcare compliance programs and regulatory adherence
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, and payer guidelines
• Support policy development, auditing, documentation review, and risk management initiatives
• Collaborate with leadership on compliance, operational, and HR-related functions
• Utilize strong technical skills to support compliance systems, reporting, and operational processes
• Perform administrative duties related to compliance oversight and daily operations
• Provide guidance and education to staff regarding compliance standards and best practices

Qualifications

• Active Indiana license as a PT, OT, PTA, or OTA preferred, or equivalent healthcare compliance experience
• Experience with healthcare compliance, regulatory standards, and auditing processes
• Strong organizational, technical, administrative, and communication skills
• Knowledge of HR practices and healthcare operations preferred

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to clinical excellence, ethical practice, and exceptional therapy services.

Why Join Vertis Therapy:

• Therapist-owned & operated – leadership that understands your clinical perspective
• Opportunity to shape and lead compliance strategy in a growing healthcare organization
• Collaborative leadership team focused on quality patient care
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, mission-driven culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program aligned with healthcare regulations and industry standards
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and guidelines, including Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, and state-specific therapy practice acts
• Conduct regular internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews across clinical and operational functions
• Lead investigations into compliance concerns and implement corrective action plans as needed
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and external auditors
• Develop and deliver ongoing compliance training and education for staff and leadership
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures that support ethical and compliant business practices
• Oversee documentation standards, billing practices, and coding accuracy to minimize risk and ensure proper reimbursement
• Track, analyze, and report compliance metrics and trends to executive leadership
• Stay current on changes in healthcare regulations and proactively update company practices
• Administrative Role

Work Environment:
This position is hybrid remote and in a corporate office setting, along with occasional travel to therapy locations as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications (Required):

• Active, unrestricted therapy license is REQUIRED Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) — candidates without a clinical therapy license will not be considered
• Minimum of 5+ years of clinical and/or compliance experience within therapy services, including strong exposure to Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Assisted Living (ALF), and/or hospital-based therapy programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of post-acute care regulations, including PDPM, Medicare Part A & B, and therapy service delivery models across multiple settings
• Working knowledge of hospital-based compliance standards, including acute care documentation expectations, interdisciplinary coordination, and regulatory requirements
• Strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, HIPAA, and therapy billing/coding practices
• Experience with audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting across multi-site or multi-state organizations preferred
• Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) preferred