Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, responsible for day-to-day leadership, operations, and program management of the Vericel Compliance program.
Serve as the main point-of-contact and compliance lead for the commercial and medical organizations within Vericel.
Build an effective and scalable compliance program, leveraging experience and AI expertise.
Serve as the legal representative in connection with the Company’s Medical, Legal and Regulatory (MLR) review process.
Utilize in-depth knowledge of the Anti-Kickback Statute and laws governing biotechnology compliance areas.
Establish effective working relationships and build credibility within the Company, especially at senior management.
Develop and deliver engaging compliance training and communications, including monitoring online and live training campaigns.
Support annual needs assessments for HCP engagements and manage Open Payments reporting obligations.
Construct procedures governing internal investigations and conduct such investigations.
Develop and execute monitoring plans for in-person and transactional business activities.
Support data privacy and protection efforts and provide support on Legal Management matters including litigation and contracting as needed.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and experience in Healthcare and Corporate Compliance is required.
5+ years of experience in corporate compliance in the medical device, pharmaceutical or biotech industry at companies with a marketed, commercial product.
Successful AI application to design efficient compliance review processes.
Knowledge of Health Care Compliance programs and policies, the AdvaMed code of conduct, state and federal open payments laws, Federal health care programs, and FDA requirements.
Deep understanding of healthcare compliance laws, regulations, and industry codes of practice governing medical device and biopharmaceutical industry business practice.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Veeva Vault, and contract management systems.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, with high degree of emotional intelligence.
Proven ability to work cooperatively toward the most effective solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Commitment to integrity and ethical conduct; ability to handle confidential and proprietary information with discretion.
Experience working in a high-growth public company environment.