Acute Health Facilities Surveyor

Department of Health and Human Services • Bangor, ME

1d • $60,299 - $82,576

About The Position

We are looking for a professional who thrives in a team environment, yet works well independently, to support the Department of Health and Human Service’s mission to promote health and safety for all Maine people. What can you expect to do as a Survey Team Leader?

Lead a team of surveyors as you conduct inspections and investigate complaint allegations in acute-level providers such as hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, and others;

Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information regarding complaint allegations;

Perform record reviews and observations in facilities;

Write reports known as “Statements of Deficiencies,” which outline the rules/regulations that the facility failed to follow;

Assist your team members to ensure Statements of Deficiencies comply with the requirements set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”);

Participate in training, including mandatory online training required by CMS;

Ensure that facilities comply with both federal and State licensing requirements

Although you will be a Team Lead:

You will not have to do annual performance reviews of your team members, and

You will not have to do any other supervisory duties.

This position does require statewide travel and occasional overnight stays; in addition, it may be necessary to conduct occasional early morning, night, or weekend survey work.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse and a four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of nursing and/or in the delivery of health care services.
• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine as issued by the State Board of Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements for acute healthcare facilities
• Experience working in acute healthcare settings
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of CMS software and CMS’s Principles of Documentation
• Ability to build and lead teams
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of surveyors as you conduct inspections and investigate complaint allegations in acute-level providers such as hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, and others
• Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information regarding complaint allegations
• Perform record reviews and observations in facilities
• Write reports known as “Statements of Deficiencies,” which outline the rules/regulations that the facility failed to follow
• Assist your team members to ensure Statements of Deficiencies comply with the requirements set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”)
• Participate in training, including mandatory online training required by CMS
• Ensure that facilities comply with both federal and State licensing requirements

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees