Clinical Laboratory and Healthcare Facility Surveyor 2026-01319

State of Wyoming•Statewide, WY

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Enjoy a small-town atmosphere, with no state income tax and an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, with nearby access to skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. You will serve as a Health Facility Surveyor with the Health Care Surveillance Branch, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys, Wyoming Department of Health, conducting surveys and investigating complaints statewide according to Wyoming State Statutes and agreement with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus. What Health Facility Surveyors like about the job: Working with a diverse group of healthcare professionals and learning from each other. Having the opportunity for continual learning with formal training courses such as “Investigative Techniques,” “Interviewing,” and “Decision Making.” Feeling like “I make a difference for residents after I leave the facility.” Enjoying the opportunity to work both independently and as a member of a survey team. Exploring the beautiful State of Wyoming in a way few people get to experience. Talking with patients and residents and influencing positive changes for them. Visiting the various types of healthcare facilities around the State.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
Laboratory or medical technologist, bacteriologist, microbiologist or chemist with experience working in a clinical laboratory setting.

Nice To Haves

Formal training courses such as “Investigative Techniques,” “Interviewing,” and “Decision Making.”

Responsibilities

Performs CLIA and health standard and abbreviated surveys such as initial licensure and certification surveys, recertification surveys, complaint investigations, and follow-up surveys.
Reviews CLIA CMS-116 applications and performs review of laboratory proficiency testing.
Ensure the survey process is implemented correctly and efficiently.
Interprets regulations and guidance from the State Operations Manual and other federal/state guidelines.
Performs complaint intakes, assesses, and documents regulatory problems.
Determines regulatory category for complaint allegations.
Report findings to the Team Coordinator or, when working independently, to the Supervisor.
Evaluate plans of correction and communicate approval or concerns to facility leadership.
Provides oral or written technical assistance to a variety of healthcare provider types.
Participates in service education, as well as other educational opportunities related to the survey process.
Extensive state-wide travel to and from survey sites.