Health Care Surveyor (00904) (00930) (00957) - ( 22143499 )

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has an exciting opportunity within the Office of Inspector General.

Our mission at DPHHS is to improve and protect the health, well-being, and self-reliance of all Montanans throughout every stage of their life. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. Whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience, DPHHS has the opportunity for you!

This position is responsible for surveying health care centers with Medicare and Medicaid to assure compliance with federal regulations. Compliance with federal regulations allows the facility to bill Medicare and Medicaid for services rendered. Responsibilities include, determining if care, treatment, and services are consistent with Federal requirements; communicating non-compliance issues with key personnel; conducting follow-up visits to resolve deficient practices.

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities within the largest state agency in Montana.

What You Can Offer Us

• Basic medical practitioner knowledge.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to interpret regulations and make decisions based on those regulations.
• Ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.
• Ability to work with a variety of team members to produce a single survey product.
• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Licensed healthcare practitioner (licensure requirements include a related bachelor’s degree or equivalent).

• Two years of work experience in a healthcare-related field, or other directly related clinical experience.

• Must have passed the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) for CMS surveyors or be able to pass the examination within one year of hire.

• Registered Nurse highly desirable.

• Other combinations of related education and work experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact Shandee Cook at Shandee.cook2@mt.gov.

How to Apply

Submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.

• Supplemental Question:
  • Explain your experience and/or education in health care or provide a resume of your experience.

To be considered for any DPHHS position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass all DPHHS specific background check(s) relevant to each position. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position will be posted until filled with frequent screening of applications.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 32.31 - 32.31 Hourly Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

Primary Location : Helena Other Locations : Billings, Missoula, Miles City, Glendive, Kalispell, Lewistown, Havre, Wolf Point, Glasgow, Anaconda, Butte, Hamilton, Jordan, Livingston, Bozeman, Great Falls Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : Nov 9, 2022, 1:09:45 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Dec 10, 2022, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Supplemental Questions (Refer to Job Posting)

Contact Name : Shandee Cook | Contact Email : shandee.cook2@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406-444-0962