Health Specialist IV
About The Position
DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us. The Quality Management Clinical Compliance Specialist performs advanced clinical compliance and patient rights oversight work within the Quality Management Department. The position conducts medical record audits, leads patient safety and human rights investigations, and provides consultative guidance to ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, Joint Commission standards, and Texas Administrative Code requirements.
Requirements
- Must hold a current and unrestricted Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas or a compact state recognized by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council or Texas Board of Nursing.
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, nursing, psychology, counseling, behavioral health, or a related field.
- Experience in clinical assessment, patient rights oversight, quality assurance, healthcare compliance, or investigation of patient safety or human rights concerns.
Responsibilities
- Conducts Clinical and Compliance Audits
- Leads and Supports Human Rights Investigations
- Provides Clinical Consultation and Technical Assistance
- Develops and Delivers Training and Education
- Collaborates Across Departments and Quality Programs
- Maintains Documentation, Reporting, and Accreditation Readiness
- Educates and Informs Patients About Rights
- Performs Other Duties as Assigned
Benefits
- DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
