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Position Title: Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist - Internal Auditor
Location: Gainesville, FL
Salary: $20.16|hour | Non-exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As a Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist - Internal Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

• Conducts internal audits of clinical and medical documentation to ensure it adequately supports the provider service billed, in accordance with the appropriate third-party regulations and/or standards.
• Conducts audits on other compliance-related topics to evaluate adherence to state and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Prepares written reports of the results of the audits, including recommendations for improvement to be reviewed by the executive management team.
• Presents audit reports and audit findings to program leadership.
• Prepares and issues Corrective Action Plans to programs as needed based on audit findings.
• Serves on Quality Improvement Committees as assigned.
• Develops documents and assists in implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with third-party requirements and to minimize corporate risk.
• Participates in developing and maintaining compliance audit standards.
• Works on joint projects with other staff and departments to resolve billing and documentation issues and acts as an expert on compliance-related topics.
• Works with HR Training & Development to ensure compliance and other audit issues identified are included in future training and education programs.
• Coordinates and oversees preparation for external audits.
• Maintains a working relationship with external auditors.
• Facilitates coordination and preparation of summary report for internal surveys.
• Assists with licensure applications.
• Assists with credentialing applications.
• Manages and tracks peer reviews.
• Demonstrates high standards of conduct and ethics as well as appropriate judgment, independence and discretion.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred, Associate's Degree or graduation from a standard high school or its equivalent and two years of general office or clerical experience, which included collection, tracking and reporting of data/information, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
• Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
• Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
• Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.