Health Facility Surveyor - LC

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Are you a Healthcare professional from diverse disciplines who would like to work Monday through Friday with paid holidays off and be afforded the opportunity to have a work-life balance and help our most vulnerable citizens of Idaho? The Department of Health and Welfare’s Licensing and Certifications, Bureau of Facility Standards is hiring a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Social Worker, or a Registered Dietician for our
Boise office.

This position is responsible for conducting surveys and investigations to assess compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and state laws, regulations, and policies governing healthcare facilities. Surveyors evaluate the quality and delivery of care, facility practices, policies and procedures, and other factors that impact the health, safety, and well-being of patients. Through surveys and complaint investigations, surveyors help ensure facilities meet regulatory requirements and provide safe, effective, and high-quality care to the public.

All positions require the ability and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
Health Facility Surveyors may travel outside their local area and may be away from home overnight. Depending on workload and survey assignments, travel may account for up to 50% or more of work time during certain periods. Most assigned facilities, however, are located within the surveyor’s local or regional area.

• Non-RN $31.77/hour
• RN $33.79/hour

Some of our current Health Facility Surveyors in the Bureau of Facility Standards mentioned they enjoy the following aspects of this position:

• Sharing knowledge while learning with a variety of team members and healthcare professionals from different professional backgrounds
• Protecting and making a difference for Idaho's vulnerable population
• Working in a positive environment and culture
• Work life balance and a career beyond the bedside

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.

Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment
drug test.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Conduct regulatory surveys of healthcare facilities to assess compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Evaluate the quality and safety of patient care by reviewing clinical practices, treatment plans, care processes, and patient outcomes.
• Assess each patient's health, social, emotional, rehabilitative, and habilitative care needs.
• Observe facility staff and others providing services to patients.
• Investigate complaints and allegations of noncompliance, including concerns related to quality of care, patient rights, staffing, safety, and facility practices.
• Conduct interviews and record reviews to ensure sufficient information is gathered on which to base compliance decisions.
• Use critical thinking skills and professional judgement to determine if the facility is meeting patients' needs in accordance with the stated regulations and health care standards.
• Provide education and training to healthcare facilities to promote compliance, improve processes, and support the delivery of safe, high-quality care.
• Write reports that are clear, concise and legally defensible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALTY

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum/specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to…