Health Care Surveyor - Pittsburgh Field Office

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • *Home Headquartered, PA

6d • Remote

About The Position

As a Health Care Surveyor with the Department of Health, you will help ensure that health care facilities provide safe and reliable services. Your work supports statewide efforts to maintain strong standards of care. You will interact with providers, review important information, and contribute to protecting vulnerable populations. It is a great role for someone who enjoys teamwork, learning, and public service. Working as a team with your peers, you will help ensure that health care facilities follow federal and state standards that protect patients and the public. This role supports the Department of Health mission by conducting surveys, reviewing documentation, and guiding facilities toward compliance.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in audiology, communication sciences and disorders (CSD), cognitive disabilities, gerontology, health administration, nutrition, dietetics, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, psychology, public health, recreational therapies, respiratory therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, nursing home administration, or vocational rehabilitation; and one year of related professional experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of related professional experience.
• Successful completion of the relevant provider-specific federally mandated training provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services within one year of hire.
• Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and investigations using regulations to assess facility compliance
• Serve as an independent surveyor, team member, or team leader as assigned
• Examine information and prepare plans for surveys and follow-up actions
• Prepare clear reports that describe findings and support regulatory decisions
• Offer information to facilities, families, and consumers about processes and requirements
• Assist supervisors with training new surveyors and supporting survey operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level