Clinical Health Facility Surveyor III
Core
Conducts technical licensure and certification surveys of long-term care health facilities to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, evaluating care provided to residents and investigating complaints of abuse or neglect.
Role type
Senior IC clinical health facility surveyor
Builds
Compliance reports, deficiency determinations, and certification recommendations for nursing and residential care facilities
Domain
Healthcare regulation / Long-term care
Required skills
Nursing, Medical Technology, Social Work, or Medical Practitioner licensure; 6-8 years of professional experience in the respective field; Knowledge of federal and state health care statutes and regulations
Preferred skills
Surveyor Minimum Qualification Training (SMQT) certification
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Tour facility interiors and exteriors to evaluate equipment, sanitation, and maintenance; Interview residents, families, and staff to assess care quality and investigate complaints; Analyze administrative records and medical logs for regulatory compliance; Determine immediate jeopardy and actual harm cases; Testify at hearings or in court regarding inspection findings; Provide consultative technical assistance to facilities for compliance improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC