Privacy Associate – Privacy Compliance Specialist, Sr

Oregon Health & Science University Foundation

Privacy Compliance Specialist supporting OHSU's information privacy compliance and security initiatives. Conducting reviews, providing guidance, and collaborating on privacy policy development.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $84,884 - $135,595 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Use expert knowledge of HIPAA and other Information Privacy and Security related federal and state laws and regulations and OHSU policies and procedures to effectively: Timely respond to requests for Information Privacy and Security inquiries with accurate and coherent guidance while maintaining compliance with all applicable policy, regulatory and legal requirements.
Serve as an expert advisory on Information Privacy and Security policy requirements specific to human subject research activities.
Conduct privacy reviews as directed by leadership or in line with the Privacy program, including conducting risk evaluations and facility reviews.
Work with leadership and stakeholders to develop plans to address identified risks.
Provide accurate and effective education and training as assigned and in line with the Privacy training program.
Evaluate business practices in relation to current privacy policies and laws, and provide recommendations on risk reduction.
Appropriately identify activities or practices that are high-risk and/or high-impact to the business that require escalation to leadership for review and guidance.
Work with organizational partners to improve their compliance with regulations and IPS policies/procedures and support related projects as applicable.
As directed by leadership, represent the Privacy Office on assignments for both internal and external constituencies on matters related to information privacy and security.
Provide regulatory and policy guidance to ensure the appropriate and effective use of Epic and related systems to improve HIPAA compliance and controls related to ePHI.
Serve as a subject matter expert/consultant on information privacy issues to all areas and all levels of the OHSU community.
Manage assigned projects/tasks to ensure completion in a timely, complete and high-quality fashion.
Participate in continuous quality improvement, including compliance with regulations and standards regarding Epic and other ePHI systems.
Work with leadership and the OHSU community, and other appropriate OHSU units in development and enhancement of information privacy and security compliance at OHSU. Identify weaknesses and deficiencies and provide input to leadership on how to enhance the quality and efficiency of the work performed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
6 years of combined experience in healthcare privacy or compliance with at least 2 years in information privacy and security.
Certification in compliance-related field or ability to obtain certification with 12 months.
Experience working with highly sensitive and confidential information and projects.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to operate and communicate effectively while meeting multiple deadlines and completing projects simultaneously.
Ability to analyze information and construct an action plan tailored to resolve issues effectively and cooperatively.
Experience reviewing, interpreting, and providing guidance on regulatory rules and standards.
Ability to read and comprehend complex terminology and procedures in order to provide thorough and accurate guidance and assessments.
Knowledge of compliance, federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance related to information privacy and security and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to analyze and communicate complicated regulations and requirements to individuals at all levels of the organization.
Ability to chart a course of action that effectively and efficiently assists the organization and department in fulfilling goals and objectives.
Proven knowledge of formal information security and privacy standards, techniques and methodologies.
Experience with Epic and/or other clinical applications.
Ability to collaborate effectively and work both independently and in a team environment.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional people skills.
Ability to interact in a positive, productive manner with others (demonstrating sensitivity, tact and professionalism).
Ability to deal effectively with difficult situations.
Highly motivated, team oriented, professional and trustworthy with strong skills is personal diplomacy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.
$50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from.
Paid time off - 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
Extended illness bank - 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
9 paid holidays per year.
Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.
Employee Assistance Program.
Childcare service discounts.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts to local and major businesses.

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Hard Skills & Tools

information privacyinformation securityrisk evaluationcompliance analysisregulatory guidanceproject managementprivacy reviewsdata analysispolicy interpretationHIPAA compliance

Soft Skills

organizational skillseffective communicationanalytical skillscollaborationproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillstime managementteamworkdiplomacyprofessionalism

Certifications

compliance certification