MEDICAL FACILITY SURVEYOR

Healthcare Management Solutions • Fairmont, WV

156d

About The Position

The Medical Facility Surveyor will conduct surveys of long-term care (LTC) and/or non-LTC (NLTC or ACC) programs throughout the United States and the Territories. Non-LTC (NLTC or ACC) programs include Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Critical Access Hospital, Acute Care Hospital, End Stage Renal Disease, Home Health, Hospice, EMTALA, Organ Procurement Organization and organ transplant. Candidates interested in Long Term Care Surveying must possess the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification. The Surveyor will conduct surveys in accordance with the State Operations Manual (SOM) and will prepare a deficiency report in accordance with the Principles of Documentation (PoD) and the HMS Master Writing Guide. The Medical Facility Surveyor will communicate their survey findings through the approved Quality Assurance process. The Surveyor will identify opportunities for improvement in the survey process and will effectively communicate said opportunities to the appropriate leadership staff. The Surveyor should be willing to accept survey assignments as needed and as directed by CMS and HMS. Travel will be extensive. All travel arrangements are made by the company travel department so there are minimal out of pocket expenses. Full-time, part time and Casual (as needed, as available with flexible schedule) employment opportunities are available. Opportunities for advancement and/or cross training.

Requirements

• Experience completing CMS surveys is required.
• Required CMS training for provider type/s which you have interest in surveying.
• Ability to critically think and be competent in decision making skills.
• Ability to perform all facility required tasks.
• Bachelor's degree and 3 years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification for LTC surveyors.
• Licensed RN is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a federal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given to registered nurse, LPN's, licensed social workers, dietitians.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys consisting of Initial, Recertification, Revisit (and/or Desk Audit), Complaint, Focus, and Pilot surveys in accordance with the State Operations Manual.
• Complete deficiency reports in accordance with the Principles of Documentation and the HMS Master Writing Guide while maintaining deadlines and timeframes established by the client.
• Surveyor deficiencies should clearly link identified deficient practice with associated regulation.
• Documentation is to be completed with accuracy and special attention to detail using laptop or tablet computer technology.
• Report survey findings involving Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) Condition level findings or Substandard Quality of Care (SQC) to appropriate Quality Assurance staff while maintaining deadlines and timeframes.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance staff to ensure survey findings are adequately documented and defensible prior to submission to CMS or SSA.
• Submit documentation according to established time deadlines.
• Perform Medical Facility Surveyor duties in accordance with the HMS Core Values and the applicable contract.
• Maintain current knowledge of CMS and HMS policies and procedures, Medicare regulations for applicable healthcare facilities and CMS QSO memos that include program, policy, and process changes/revisions.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive employee benefits package including PTO accrual.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree