Health Care Compliance Officer - Registered Nurse - Medical Facilities Licensing

Health Care Compliance Officer - Registered Nurse - Medical Facilities Licensing

Apply for the Health Care Compliance Officer role at the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Job Location: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $57,750

Grade: 20

Performs work within the Division of Public Health Licensing Services, Bureau of Medical Facilities Licensing. Supports the issuance and maintenance of licenses to facilities and providers, conducts initial and annual recertification inspections, reviews quality systems, investigates complaints, and liaises with licensees and regulatory bodies.

• Interpret and understand statutes, rules, and internal procedures for discipline.
• Conduct inspections and investigations to determine compliance with state regulation.
• Prepare detailed investigation and inspection reports.
• Participate in staff meetings, advisory committees, and stakeholder organizations.
• Provide technical assistance, interact with other department offices, and perform miscellaneous services as required.
• Execute other duties as assigned.

• Arizona Administrative Code and Arizona Revised Statutes related to licensed facilities and providers.
• Facility management and operational concepts.
• Specialized procedures and procedures related to performance management, continuous quality improvement, and Lean methodologies.

• Reviewing and interpreting professional literature and regulations.
• High level of oral and written communication, analytical review, interpersonal relationships, active listening, organization, evaluation, and training.

• Change priorities as issues arise and solve problems (root cause analysis).
• Work independently.
• Perform reviews and analyze data for compliance reports.
• Support a diverse, multicultural workforce that reflects the community and fosters an inclusive environment.

Preference will be given to candidates with a professional license to practice in Arizona or evidence of reciprocity for out-of-state licenses (RN, Social Worker, Dietitian, Counselor, etc.).

Required:

driver’s license and ability to travel statewide; valid level one fingerprint clearance card (or application within 7 working days).

Education:

Associate’s degree with relevant experience or regulatory agency experience. All newly hired employees must complete E‑Verify.

• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks of paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Wellness program and plans
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• Defined retirement plan with State matching
• Infant at Work program
• Credit union membership
• Transit subsidy
• ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

The State contributes to the ASRS in an amount equal to the employee’s contribution (50% match). New State employees begin contributions after a 27‑week wait period.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request accommodations by emailing virginia.hassard. All newly hired employees are subject to E‑Verify.