Medical Certification Specialist 1 - 2 (Field Office 6)

About This Job

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Conduct on-site surveys and complaint investigations of healthcare facilities to determine compliance with state and federal regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid standards.
• Review facility records, policies, and procedures to verify adherence to healthcare laws, rules, and quality of care requirements.
• Interview patients, residents, staff, and administrators to gather information about facility operations and service delivery.
• Prepare detailed reports, documentation, and recommendations based on survey and investigation findings.
• Provide guidance to facility administrators and staff on regulatory compliance and corrective actions when deficiencies are identified.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and federal/state agencies to ensure consistent application of certification and licensing requirements.

Position-Specific Details

• Location: Office of the Secretary / Health Standards / Field Office 6 parishes: Allen, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Catahoula, Concordia, Evangeline, Grant, LaSalle, Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon, and Winn.
• Travel Requirement: Frequent travel within Field Office 6 may be required.
• Appointment Type: Probationary, Promotional appointment, Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months).
• Position Number(s): Multiple positions available as Medical Certification Specialist 1 or 2.

Compensation

• Medical Certification Specialist 1: $36.56 hourly | $2,924.80 bi-weekly
• Medical Certification Specialist 2: $39.12 hourly | $3,129.60 bi-weekly
• Premium Pay: $1.00 for certification in Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test (SMQT) or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) for hours worked only.

Contact Information

Deanda Thymes
Deanda.Thymes@la.gov
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477

Additional Information

• E-Verify Participation: Louisiana State Government participates in E-Verify.
• Immediate Family Members: If you have any immediate family members currently employed by LDH, please list the name and relationship.
• Willingness to Travel: Indicate whether you are willing and able to meet the travel requirement within Field Office 6 parishes.
• Registered Nurse License: Indicate whether you currently possess an active Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Licensure: Indicate whether you possess a current Louisiana license in a health services field, health regulation field, or social services field.