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Washington's compliance program manager roles are concentrated in Seattle's tech and finance sectors, with major employers like Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks regularly hiring for these positions. Bellevue and Redmond also offer strong opportunities, particularly in tech compliance. International candidates with regulatory and risk management backgrounds will find Washington one of the more active sponsorship markets in the country.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
Are you a highly experienced and meticulous professional with a deep understanding of healthcare regulations, patient safety, and accreditation standards? Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is seeking a dedicated Regulatory Compliance Program Manager to provide essential operational support and strategic coordination for our Patient Safety, Accreditation, and Licensing programs.
This critical role ensures that all facets of patient safety are identified and integrated into comprehensive plans, and that our assigned hospitals and clinics consistently align with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, as well as state and federal regulations. Join us in our commitment to continuous readiness and the highest standards of patient care!
EVERY DAY, YOU WILL:
- Strategic Program Integration: Provide operational support and overall strategic implementation for Patient Safety and Accreditation and Licensing programs, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive approach.
- Compliance Leadership: Ensure assigned hospitals and clinics are continuously aligned with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and all applicable state and federal regulations.
- Continuous Readiness Facilitation: Drive ongoing regulatory compliance activities through extensive rounding and engagement with both clinical and non-clinical departments across VMFH facilities.
- Policy & Procedure Implementation: Oversee the effective implementation of policies and procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Survey Preparedness & Management: Lead and coordinate all aspects of survey preparation, manage survey processes, and ensure diligent follow-up on findings.
- Vulnerability Assessment & Reporting: Proactively assess standards compliance, identify potential vulnerabilities, and report findings to key stakeholders with clear actionable insights.
- Training & Education: Develop and conduct targeted training programs for management, educators, and staff in response to identified or potential deficiencies, fostering a culture of compliance.
- Incident Review & Trend Analysis: Assist in the review and trending of incident report information, providing valuable quality data for internal quarterly reviews and ongoing physician performance evaluations.
- Guidance & Coaching: Offer expert guidance and coaching to management, empowering them to achieve and maintain a state of continuous readiness for all licensure, accreditation, and certification programs, as well as ensuring ongoing compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL DEMONSTRATE:
- Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, CMS regulations, state licensing requirements, and other relevant federal healthcare compliance mandates.
- Patient Safety Acumen: Strong understanding of patient safety principles, methodologies, and quality improvement processes.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical ability to assess complex situations, identify compliance risks, and develop effective, practical solutions.
- Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate complex regulatory information to diverse audiences, from frontline staff to senior leadership.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Proven ability to provide effective guidance, coaching, and training to staff and management, fostering self-sufficiency in compliance.
- Organizational Skills: Superior organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines across various facility departments.
- Proactive Approach: A strong sense of initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing compliance challenges.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing or other healthcare-related field.
- Five years of progressively responsible related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge.
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressive management responsibility in an acute care setting, one (1) of which is related to managing an organization’s or department Quality, Safety, or Regulatory Program.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical, patient experience or equivalent.
- Experience developing, and implementing clinical, service and operation process initiatives, both small and large scale.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets requirements and provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Preferred:
- Active Washington State Registered Nurse License
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Pay Range
$49.78 - $74.05 /hour

Job Summary and Responsibilities
Are you a highly experienced and meticulous professional with a deep understanding of healthcare regulations, patient safety, and accreditation standards? Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is seeking a dedicated Regulatory Compliance Program Manager to provide essential operational support and strategic coordination for our Patient Safety, Accreditation, and Licensing programs.
This critical role ensures that all facets of patient safety are identified and integrated into comprehensive plans, and that our assigned hospitals and clinics consistently align with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, as well as state and federal regulations. Join us in our commitment to continuous readiness and the highest standards of patient care!
EVERY DAY, YOU WILL:
- Strategic Program Integration: Provide operational support and overall strategic implementation for Patient Safety and Accreditation and Licensing programs, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive approach.
- Compliance Leadership: Ensure assigned hospitals and clinics are continuously aligned with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and all applicable state and federal regulations.
- Continuous Readiness Facilitation: Drive ongoing regulatory compliance activities through extensive rounding and engagement with both clinical and non-clinical departments across VMFH facilities.
- Policy & Procedure Implementation: Oversee the effective implementation of policies and procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Survey Preparedness & Management: Lead and coordinate all aspects of survey preparation, manage survey processes, and ensure diligent follow-up on findings.
- Vulnerability Assessment & Reporting: Proactively assess standards compliance, identify potential vulnerabilities, and report findings to key stakeholders with clear actionable insights.
- Training & Education: Develop and conduct targeted training programs for management, educators, and staff in response to identified or potential deficiencies, fostering a culture of compliance.
- Incident Review & Trend Analysis: Assist in the review and trending of incident report information, providing valuable quality data for internal quarterly reviews and ongoing physician performance evaluations.
- Guidance & Coaching: Offer expert guidance and coaching to management, empowering them to achieve and maintain a state of continuous readiness for all licensure, accreditation, and certification programs, as well as ensuring ongoing compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL DEMONSTRATE:
- Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, CMS regulations, state licensing requirements, and other relevant federal healthcare compliance mandates.
- Patient Safety Acumen: Strong understanding of patient safety principles, methodologies, and quality improvement processes.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical ability to assess complex situations, identify compliance risks, and develop effective, practical solutions.
- Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate complex regulatory information to diverse audiences, from frontline staff to senior leadership.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Proven ability to provide effective guidance, coaching, and training to staff and management, fostering self-sufficiency in compliance.
- Organizational Skills: Superior organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines across various facility departments.
- Proactive Approach: A strong sense of initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing compliance challenges.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing or other healthcare-related field.
- Five years of progressively responsible related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge.
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressive management responsibility in an acute care setting, one (1) of which is related to managing an organization’s or department Quality, Safety, or Regulatory Program.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical, patient experience or equivalent.
- Experience developing, and implementing clinical, service and operation process initiatives, both small and large scale.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets requirements and provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Preferred:
- Active Washington State Registered Nurse License
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Pay Range
$49.78 - $74.05 /hour
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Which companies sponsor visas for compliance program managers in Washington?
Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, Starbucks, and Expedia are among the Washington employers with established histories of sponsoring work visas for compliance professionals. Financial institutions such as Washington Federal and BECU, along with healthcare systems like Providence and UW Medicine, also hire compliance program managers and have sponsored H-1B petitions. Tech and regulated industries tend to have the most active sponsorship programs in the state.
Which visa types are most common for compliance program manager roles in Washington?
The H-1B visa is the most common path for compliance program managers in Washington, as these roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as law, business, finance, or information systems. Candidates from Canada and Mexico may qualify under the TN visa category. Those with extraordinary ability or multinational manager experience may explore O-1 or L-1 visas, depending on their background and employer structure.
Which cities in Washington have the most compliance program manager sponsorship jobs?
Seattle accounts for the largest share of compliance program manager roles in Washington, driven by its concentration of technology, finance, and healthcare employers. Bellevue and Redmond are strong secondary markets, particularly for tech-sector compliance positions with companies like Microsoft and T-Mobile. Olympia occasionally has openings in government regulatory compliance, and Tacoma has emerging opportunities in healthcare and financial services compliance.
How to find compliance program manager visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters compliance program manager roles in Washington by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you are only seeing employers actively open to sponsoring. This saves significant time compared to manually sorting through general job listings. Migrate Mate is particularly useful for identifying which Washington employers have current openings and a track record of sponsoring compliance professionals.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for compliance program manager candidates seeking sponsorship?
Washington's Department of Labor and Industries sets prevailing wage benchmarks that factor into H-1B Labor Condition Applications, and Seattle's high cost of living means prevailing wages for compliance program managers in King County tend to be higher than national averages. The state's heavy concentration of tech employers also means compliance roles often require familiarity with data privacy regulations such as Washington's My Health MY Data Act, which can strengthen a candidate's profile with local employers.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored compliance program manager jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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