Oklahoma State Department of Health
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. OSDH is seeking a full time Clinical Health Facility Surveyor III providing support to Protective Health Services/Long Term Care. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet,including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 .The annual salary for this position isup to $75,000.00based on education and experience. Position Summary: CHFS III conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations in the following areas: admissions, transfers and discharges; resident rights; staffing and census; quality of care assessment; quality of life assessment; resident care plans; social, psychological and rehabilitative services; provision of medical services; and therapeutic activity programming. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints in Oklahoma long-term care facilities. Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, or recommended remedies, and narrative to support regulatory findings. Revisits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations. Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports. Might supervise the work of team members during inspections, provide technical assistance to facilities, and lend expertise to a survey team in the areas identified above. Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities. Make triage priority determinations based on regulatory and nursing knowledge and experience, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid State Operations Manual, state laws and rules and departmental internal practices. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing and seven (7) of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor's degree in nursing and six (6) years of experience as a registered nurse; or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. This position has a Preferred Qualification: Registered Nurse with a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing. Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualifications will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Applicant must successfully complete all training (federal/state) for Nursing Facilities, including the successful completion of Surveyor Minimum Qualification Training (SMQT) within one year of hire date. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics for the incumbent’s licensed or registered professional status; of administrative and organizational principles and practices regarding health care facility operations; of the principles of interviewing; of word processing software applications and computer operations; of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding licensure and certification of health care facilities; of what constitutes immediacy of threat to a client; of the requirements for determining culpability of a facility; and of residents/patients/clients relocation protocols. Ability is required to read and understand statutory and regulatory language; to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and choosing an appropriate course of action; to interpret and analyze survey findings against statutory and regulatory requirements; to make decisions; to organize and communicate findings, both orally and in writing, in a logical, clear, concise, and complete manner; to observe, document, analyze, and evaluate the provision of care against the applicable standards of practice, statue, and regulation; to employ the principles and methods of conducting interviews using memory retrieval methods; to interview residents/patients/clients with diminished mental capacity, developmental disabilities, and/or acute and chronic medical conditions; to gather and present findings within a hostile facility environment while maintaining professional tone and demeanor; to analyze non-verbal and verbal communications to determine if an interview subject is omitting information or is being deceptive, and employ techniques for identifying omissions and deception in written statement; and to distinguish between the potential for harm and the potential for serious harm; to facilitate the relocation of residents/patients/clients; to independently perform facility investigations; to provide individual instruction, encouragement, and guidance to surveyors while functioning as a preceptor to surveyors in training; and to lead a team of surveyors in the conduct of a facility survey. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed an office setting, care facilities or assisted living center type setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
Feb 10, 2023
Full Time
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service. OSDH is seeking a full time Clinical Health Facility Surveyor III providing support to Protective Health Services/Long Term Care. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet,including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, follow this link Plan Year 2022 .The annual salary for this position isup to $75,000.00based on education and experience. Position Summary: CHFS III conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations in the following areas: admissions, transfers and discharges; resident rights; staffing and census; quality of care assessment; quality of life assessment; resident care plans; social, psychological and rehabilitative services; provision of medical services; and therapeutic activity programming. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions: Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints in Oklahoma long-term care facilities. Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, or recommended remedies, and narrative to support regulatory findings. Revisits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations. Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports. Might supervise the work of team members during inspections, provide technical assistance to facilities, and lend expertise to a survey team in the areas identified above. Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities. Make triage priority determinations based on regulatory and nursing knowledge and experience, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid State Operations Manual, state laws and rules and departmental internal practices. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing and seven (7) of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor's degree in nursing and six (6) years of experience as a registered nurse; or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. This position has a Preferred Qualification: Registered Nurse with a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing. Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualifications will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Applicant must successfully complete all training (federal/state) for Nursing Facilities, including the successful completion of Surveyor Minimum Qualification Training (SMQT) within one year of hire date. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics for the incumbent’s licensed or registered professional status; of administrative and organizational principles and practices regarding health care facility operations; of the principles of interviewing; of word processing software applications and computer operations; of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding licensure and certification of health care facilities; of what constitutes immediacy of threat to a client; of the requirements for determining culpability of a facility; and of residents/patients/clients relocation protocols. Ability is required to read and understand statutory and regulatory language; to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and choosing an appropriate course of action; to interpret and analyze survey findings against statutory and regulatory requirements; to make decisions; to organize and communicate findings, both orally and in writing, in a logical, clear, concise, and complete manner; to observe, document, analyze, and evaluate the provision of care against the applicable standards of practice, statue, and regulation; to employ the principles and methods of conducting interviews using memory retrieval methods; to interview residents/patients/clients with diminished mental capacity, developmental disabilities, and/or acute and chronic medical conditions; to gather and present findings within a hostile facility environment while maintaining professional tone and demeanor; to analyze non-verbal and verbal communications to determine if an interview subject is omitting information or is being deceptive, and employ techniques for identifying omissions and deception in written statement; and to distinguish between the potential for harm and the potential for serious harm; to facilitate the relocation of residents/patients/clients; to independently perform facility investigations; to provide individual instruction, encouragement, and guidance to surveyors while functioning as a preceptor to surveyors in training; and to lead a team of surveyors in the conduct of a facility survey. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed an office setting, care facilities or assisted living center type setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description Position Summary CHFS III conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations in the following areas: admissions, transfers and discharges; resident rights; staffing and census; quality of care assessment; quality of life assessments; resident care plans; social, psychological and rehabilitative services; provision of medical; and therapeutic activity programming. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints in Oklahoma long-term care facilities. Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies.Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, or recommended remedies, and narrative to support regulatory findings. Revisits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports. Might supervise the work of team members during inspections, provide technical assistance to facilities, and lend expertise to a survey team in the areas identified above. Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities. Make triage priority determinations based on regulatory and nursing knowledge and experience, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid State Operations Manual, state laws and rules and departmental internal practices. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing and five (5) of experience as a registered nurse or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualifications will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Applicant must successfully complete all training (federal/state) for Nursing Facilities, including the successful completion of Surveyor Minimum Qualification Training (SMQT) within one year of hire date. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting, care facilities or assisted living center type setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. This position requires extensive travel that may include overnight stays; working nights and/or weekends. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
May 28, 2023
Full Time
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description Position Summary CHFS III conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations in the following areas: admissions, transfers and discharges; resident rights; staffing and census; quality of care assessment; quality of life assessments; resident care plans; social, psychological and rehabilitative services; provision of medical; and therapeutic activity programming. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints in Oklahoma long-term care facilities. Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies.Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, or recommended remedies, and narrative to support regulatory findings. Revisits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports. Might supervise the work of team members during inspections, provide technical assistance to facilities, and lend expertise to a survey team in the areas identified above. Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities. Make triage priority determinations based on regulatory and nursing knowledge and experience, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid State Operations Manual, state laws and rules and departmental internal practices. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing and five (5) of experience as a registered nurse or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualifications will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Applicant must successfully complete all training (federal/state) for Nursing Facilities, including the successful completion of Surveyor Minimum Qualification Training (SMQT) within one year of hire date. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting, care facilities or assisted living center type setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. This position requires extensive travel that may include overnight stays; working nights and/or weekends. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Medical Facilities Service Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Salary is based on education and experience and pays up to $75,000.00. PIN 34000965 Job Description Position Summary Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations for a variety of health facilities; evaluating the care provided residents/patients/clients by licensed or registered facility staff; and providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities and laboratories regarding professional standards of practice; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: Based on the licensed or registered professional status of the incumbents applies knowledge of professional standards of practice to observe, analyze, and evaluate the provision of nursing, dietary, social, laboratory, and pharmaceutical services as well as respiratory, speech, physical and occupational therapy services for adherence to professional standards of practice. Reviews facility compliance history; conducts entrance interview with facility administrator or representative providing explanation for survey and conducts exit interview to discuss problems and deficiencies; tours interior and exterior physical environment of facilities for required equipment, supplies, maintenance, water temperature, and sanitation; evaluates administrative records to include policies and procedures, staffing logs, in-service programs, and medical records in order to ensure compliance with regulations. Employs sampling methodology to select residents/patients/clients for in-depth evaluation of the care and service needs of the residents/patients/clients versus the care and services provided. Interviews residents/patients/clients, family members, and facility personnel, and others to obtain and document information regarding residents/patients/clients care and/or to respond to complaints. Evaluate the administration of health facilities to determine if policies and procedures comply with federal and state statutes and regulations. Completes required forms and reports, which detail deficiencies noted during facility survey. Investigates allegations and makes determinations of resident/patient/client abuse and neglect; makes determinations of immediate jeopardy in which immediate corrective action is necessary because a facility practice has caused, or is likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident/patient/client; makes determinations of actual harm in which a facility practice has cause a negative outcome that has compromised the resident’s/patient’s/client’s ability to maintain and/or reach his/her highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Recommends action as to certification or licensure renewal, non-renewal, or termination/revocation; relocates residents/patients/clients in the event of an administrative order for the emergency relocation of residents/patients/clients; testifies to inspection findings at hearings or in court proceedings. Provides technical assistance to facilities in areas of expertise; describes observed deficiencies to appropriate facility staff and provides consultation relative to improvements needed to comply with regulations. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. 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 may change at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience Requirements at this level consist of registration as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, plus six years’ experience as a Registered Medical technologist; or a bachelor’s degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice practical nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and eight years of experience as a licensed practical nurse in a health care setting; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and seven years of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and six years of experience as a registered nurse; or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. Incumbent must complete all required surveyor trainings within one year of hire date. This position has a Preferred Qualification Registered Nurse with a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing. Valued Knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include those identified at Level II plus knowledge of residents/patients/clients relocation protocols. Ability is required to facilitate the relocation of residents/patients/clients; to independently perform facility investigations; to provide individual instruction, encouragement, and guidance to surveyors while functioning as a preceptor to surveyors in training; and to lead a team of surveyors in the conduct of a facility survey. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Applicant is required to be fit-tested through the agency for proper PPE to ensure infection control precautions are met, when warranted, while conducting survey activities in medical facilities. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
May 11, 2023
Full Time
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Medical Facilities Service Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Salary is based on education and experience and pays up to $75,000.00. PIN 34000965 Job Description Position Summary Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations for a variety of health facilities; evaluating the care provided residents/patients/clients by licensed or registered facility staff; and providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities and laboratories regarding professional standards of practice; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: Based on the licensed or registered professional status of the incumbents applies knowledge of professional standards of practice to observe, analyze, and evaluate the provision of nursing, dietary, social, laboratory, and pharmaceutical services as well as respiratory, speech, physical and occupational therapy services for adherence to professional standards of practice. Reviews facility compliance history; conducts entrance interview with facility administrator or representative providing explanation for survey and conducts exit interview to discuss problems and deficiencies; tours interior and exterior physical environment of facilities for required equipment, supplies, maintenance, water temperature, and sanitation; evaluates administrative records to include policies and procedures, staffing logs, in-service programs, and medical records in order to ensure compliance with regulations. Employs sampling methodology to select residents/patients/clients for in-depth evaluation of the care and service needs of the residents/patients/clients versus the care and services provided. Interviews residents/patients/clients, family members, and facility personnel, and others to obtain and document information regarding residents/patients/clients care and/or to respond to complaints. Evaluate the administration of health facilities to determine if policies and procedures comply with federal and state statutes and regulations. Completes required forms and reports, which detail deficiencies noted during facility survey. Investigates allegations and makes determinations of resident/patient/client abuse and neglect; makes determinations of immediate jeopardy in which immediate corrective action is necessary because a facility practice has caused, or is likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to a resident/patient/client; makes determinations of actual harm in which a facility practice has cause a negative outcome that has compromised the resident’s/patient’s/client’s ability to maintain and/or reach his/her highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Recommends action as to certification or licensure renewal, non-renewal, or termination/revocation; relocates residents/patients/clients in the event of an administrative order for the emergency relocation of residents/patients/clients; testifies to inspection findings at hearings or in court proceedings. Provides technical assistance to facilities in areas of expertise; describes observed deficiencies to appropriate facility staff and provides consultation relative to improvements needed to comply with regulations. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. 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 may change at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience Requirements at this level consist of registration as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, plus six years’ experience as a Registered Medical technologist; or a bachelor’s degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice practical nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and eight years of experience as a licensed practical nurse in a health care setting; or possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and seven years of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and six years of experience as a registered nurse; or a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. Incumbent must complete all required surveyor trainings within one year of hire date. This position has a Preferred Qualification Registered Nurse with a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing. Valued Knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include those identified at Level II plus knowledge of residents/patients/clients relocation protocols. Ability is required to facilitate the relocation of residents/patients/clients; to independently perform facility investigations; to provide individual instruction, encouragement, and guidance to surveyors while functioning as a preceptor to surveyors in training; and to lead a team of surveyors in the conduct of a facility survey. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position is set in an office environment. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to stand, walk, lift, and reach. Applicant is required to be fit-tested through the agency for proper PPE to ensure infection control precautions are met, when warranted, while conducting survey activities in medical facilities. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description Basic Purpose Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities to evaluate and analyze technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations to determine enforcement actions for a variety of health facilities/agencies on a state-wide basis; providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities/agencies and laboratories regarding enforcement, certification and licensure standards for patient services and facility operations; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and rules on enforcement, certification and licensure as they apply to regulated entities and the state agency. Typical Functions Analyzes and evaluates surveys to identify resident/patient/client abuse and neglect and other deficiencies of health facilities/agencies and determine appropriate enforcement actions; Processes immediate jeopardy and actual harm determinations; recommends penalties and certification actions. Recommends action as to certification or licensure renewal, non-renewal, or termination/revocation; relocates residents/patients/clients in the event of an administrative order; testifies to inspection findings at hearing or in court proceedings. Analyzes and evaluates certification or licensure surveys to determine compliance or non-compliance for initial or continued participation in state and federal programs; coordinates with state and federal agencies to convey compliance or non-compliance for initial or continued participation in state and federal programs. Tracks enforcement action and recommends appropriate remedies. Analyzes and evaluates the certification actions of state and federal programs to determine completeness to ensure all state and federal documents are included and all requirements are met. Maintains liaison between both state and federal programs and providers when dealing with certification actions. Consults and advises providers regarding the certification process to help facilitate reimbursement for providers and provide guidance regarding compliance or non-compliance with state and federal laws and regulations as well as subsequent applicable remedies recommended and/or imposed. Develops periodic staff reports, administrative audits, program activities and other information to evaluate program effectiveness and quality of service; develops controls to assure accountability for program operation, policy implementation and the maintenance of efficiency in various units. Level Descriptor This Job Family consists of only one level and incumbent employees are responsible for performing all of the essential functions related to the position. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree PLUS eight years of professional experience in health care, developmental disability services, public health, environmental health, fire safety, or residential or health facility licensure, certification, accreditation, inspection, or administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional experience in one of the above fields for each thirty semester hours of the required education. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required include knowledge of enforcement/certification of health facilities/agencies; of administrative and organizational principles and practices regarding health facilities/agencies; of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding licensure and certification of health care facilities/agencies; of resident/patient/client relocation protocol. Ability is required to read and understand statutory and regulatory language; to determine timing and seriousness of applicable penalties; to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to analyze and evaluate survey findings against statutory and regulatory requirements; to make decisions consistent with laws, regulations, and policies; and to organize and communicate enforcement recommendations, both orally and in writing, in a logical, clear, concise, and complete manner. Special Requirements The Oklahoma State Department of Health has determined that some positions in this job family are safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. § 427.8. Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. 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Feb 10, 2023
Full Time
Job Posting Title Clinical Health Fac Surveyor III Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 Long Term Care Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation The annual salary for this position is up to $75,000.00 based on education and experience. Job Description Basic Purpose Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities to evaluate and analyze technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations to determine enforcement actions for a variety of health facilities/agencies on a state-wide basis; providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities/agencies and laboratories regarding enforcement, certification and licensure standards for patient services and facility operations; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and rules on enforcement, certification and licensure as they apply to regulated entities and the state agency. Typical Functions Analyzes and evaluates surveys to identify resident/patient/client abuse and neglect and other deficiencies of health facilities/agencies and determine appropriate enforcement actions; Processes immediate jeopardy and actual harm determinations; recommends penalties and certification actions. Recommends action as to certification or licensure renewal, non-renewal, or termination/revocation; relocates residents/patients/clients in the event of an administrative order; testifies to inspection findings at hearing or in court proceedings. Analyzes and evaluates certification or licensure surveys to determine compliance or non-compliance for initial or continued participation in state and federal programs; coordinates with state and federal agencies to convey compliance or non-compliance for initial or continued participation in state and federal programs. Tracks enforcement action and recommends appropriate remedies. Analyzes and evaluates the certification actions of state and federal programs to determine completeness to ensure all state and federal documents are included and all requirements are met. Maintains liaison between both state and federal programs and providers when dealing with certification actions. Consults and advises providers regarding the certification process to help facilitate reimbursement for providers and provide guidance regarding compliance or non-compliance with state and federal laws and regulations as well as subsequent applicable remedies recommended and/or imposed. Develops periodic staff reports, administrative audits, program activities and other information to evaluate program effectiveness and quality of service; develops controls to assure accountability for program operation, policy implementation and the maintenance of efficiency in various units. Level Descriptor This Job Family consists of only one level and incumbent employees are responsible for performing all of the essential functions related to the position. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree PLUS eight years of professional experience in health care, developmental disability services, public health, environmental health, fire safety, or residential or health facility licensure, certification, accreditation, inspection, or administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional experience in one of the above fields for each thirty semester hours of the required education. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required include knowledge of enforcement/certification of health facilities/agencies; of administrative and organizational principles and practices regarding health facilities/agencies; of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding licensure and certification of health care facilities/agencies; of resident/patient/client relocation protocol. Ability is required to read and understand statutory and regulatory language; to determine timing and seriousness of applicable penalties; to establish and maintain effective working relationships; to analyze and evaluate survey findings against statutory and regulatory requirements; to make decisions consistent with laws, regulations, and policies; and to organize and communicate enforcement recommendations, both orally and in writing, in a logical, clear, concise, and complete manner. Special Requirements The Oklahoma State Department of Health has determined that some positions in this job family are safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. § 427.8. Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
