Privacy Director jobs in Lowell, MA

ZOLL Medical is a growing, innovation-driven company on the forefront of delivering medical devices to save lives, and software solutions to improve efficiency. With customers in more than 140 countries, we continue to expand our reach, as well as our product offerings. Hospitals, emergency medical services (EMS), and others trust us to provide high-quality products and exceptional customer service. ZOLL products are used every day across the globe to save the lives of people who suffer sudden cardiac arrest. From Real CPR Help® technology—an industry first—to the world’s only wearable defibrillator, our capabilities and features set us apart. But none of this would be possible without the motivation and dedication of ZOLL employees, and we’re invested in their success.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Join our team. It’s a great time to be a part of ZOLL!

NOTE: ZOLL now requires COVID vaccinations subject to legal exemptions

Job purpose

The Compliance & Privacy Auditor conducts Compliance and Privacy related Audits of processes and monitoring of activities, including key control testing for significant risks, Corrective and Preventative Actions for identified issues, and other related activities as necessary.

Duties and responsibilities

• Program Management: Implements actions as specified in the annual plan and KPIs.

• Risk Management: Supports the Compliance Vice President in conducting compliance risk assessments in the business and developing and supporting implementation of mitigation plans.

• Monitoring and Auditing: Conducts Audit and Monitoring activities according to the annual Audit and Monitoring plan, including assessments of programs, processes and activities to ensure alignment with ZOLL’s Compliance objectives.

• Investigations: Supports investigations into Compliance and Privacy related issues, allegations, or identified areas of risk as required.

• Corrective Actions: Implements and tracks appropriate and consistent corrective actions for identified compliance issues and assessment activities. Conducts assessments to determine effectiveness of corrective actions.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

Travel: 10 - 25% of the time, primarily in the U.S.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of four years of experience related to a compliance program with-in a business, or other complementary job experience (such as roles within Internal Audit, Finance or Legal functions).

• Experience in Healthcare industry – Device, Pharma, or Biotech is preferable.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong ability to communicate complex topics in concise terms.

• Ability to communicate concisely and persuasively in writing as well as the ability to draft clear and effective reports, policies etc.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Self- motivated and result driven.

• Ability to work in a matrixed organization, across cultures and functions with all levels of the organization.

• Instinct to detect risk areas and red flags.

• Solution-minded; desire to solve problems.

• Ability to prioritize according to risk and make quick decisions with appropriate independence.

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and change.

• Project management skills. Ability to follow through and complete tasks on time.

• Fluent in English, familiarity with German and French a plus.

Working conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Supervisory responsibility

None

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

ZOLL Medical Corporation appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990