MEDICAL FACILITY SURVEYOR

Healthcare Management Solutions LLC • Fairmont, WV

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Medical Facility Surveyor conducts surveys of long-term care (LTC) and/or non-long-term-care (NLTC or ACC) programs throughout the United States and its territories. NLTC or ACC programs include Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Critical Access Hospitals, Acute Care Hospitals, End Stage Renal Disease, Home Health, Hospice, EMTALA, Organ Procurement Organizations, and organ transplant programs. Candidates interested in LTC surveying must have the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification.

The Surveyor conducts surveys in accordance with the State Operations Manual (SOM), prepares deficiency reports following the Principles of Documentation (PoD) and the HMS Master Writing Guide, and communicates findings through the approved Quality Assurance process. The role also identifies opportunities to improve the survey process and communicates them to appropriate leadership. Survey assignments are accepted as needed and as directed by CMS and HMS. Travel is extensive, with arrangements made by the company travel department. The position is remote.

Requirements

• Experience completing CMS surveys.
• Required CMS training for the provider type(s) the candidate is interested in surveying.
• Ability to think critically and make competent decisions.
• Ability to perform all tasks required at the facility.
• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For LTC surveyors, Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification.
• Ability to pass a federal background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to registered nurses, LPNs, licensed social workers, and dietitians.
• Licensed RN is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site 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 HMS Master Writing Guide, meeting client deadlines and clearly linking deficient practices with applicable regulations.
• Document survey work accurately and with attention to detail using laptop or tablet computer technology.
• Report Immediate Jeopardy condition-level findings or Substandard Quality of Care findings to appropriate Quality Assurance staff within required timeframes.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance staff to ensure findings are adequately documented and defensible before submission to CMS or SSA.
• Submit documentation according to established deadlines.
• Perform duties in accordance with 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 reflecting program, policy, and process changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve the survey process and communicate them to appropriate leadership.
• Accept survey assignments as needed and as directed by CMS and HMS.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive employee benefits package, including PTO accrual, a 401(k) retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Program.
• Opportunities for advancement and/or cross-training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time