Healthcare Facility Inspector/Investigator (Hospitals and Professionals Section) - 61151122

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Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, surveys, and investigations of healthcare facilities, service providers, and/or applicants to ensure compliance with standards.
• Evaluate activities to determine the degree to which standards are carried out effectively.
• Identify conditions that do not meet standards and advise personnel on developing plans of correction to remedy deficiencies, prevent reoccurrence, and improve overall quality control and compliance.
• Complete written reports of deficiencies and submit all findings and required documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure all files pertaining to a survey are secured in accordance with HIPAA and federal/state laws.
• Meet deadlines for written correspondence, documentation, and data entry.
• Adhere to rules regarding agency forms, travel, reimbursement, training, and use of state/federal resources.
• Serve as team leader for survey teams when requested or on a rotating basis, including conducting pre-survey meetings, reviewing findings, and coordinating entrance/exit interviews and travel arrangements.
• Represent the team as spokesperson or liaison during surveys as needed.
• Perform additional duties such as attending local/regional meetings, assisting with staff training, and participating in hearings/trials.
• Participate in disaster preparedness tasks as outlined in the DPH plan, including 24-hour on-call duty during hazardous weather or state of emergency.

Requirements

• High school diploma and relevant program experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to plan and coordinate with others, comprehend federal/state regulations, and demonstrate excellent writing and oral skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicable computer software programs.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to recognize cultural diversity and incorporate cultural competence principles.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and policies/procedures.
• Ability to accommodate roundtrip travel of up to 4 hours and 400 miles, with overnight travel 3-4 nights per week.
• Flexible work hours, including occasional weekends, holidays, and exceeding 8 hours per day when needed.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds to a distance/height of up to 20 feet.
• Must become SMQT (Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test) certified, which provides a 5% salary increase.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience demonstrating required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer or their delegate.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) may upload an unofficial transcript with their application. An official, certified transcript or diploma will be required prior to hiring. Institutions must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health Administration, Physical Science, Natural Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year.
• 15 days Sick Leave per year.
• 13 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program.
• Retirement benefit choices:
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS).
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP).

Enrollment in one of the listed retirement plans is required for all full-time employees.

Schedule

• Hybrid work option may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
• Flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays, and exceeding 8 hours per day when needed.