Medical Facility Surveyor

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Medical Facility Surveyor conducting CMS surveys of long-term and non-long-term care facilities across the U.S. and Territories. Preparing deficiency reports and communicating findings to quality assurance teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct on-site Initial, Recertification, Revisit and/or Desk Audit, Complaint, Focus, and Pilot surveys of long-term care and non-long-term care medical facility programs throughout the United States and Territories
  • Conduct surveys in accordance with the State Operations Manual
  • Complete deficiency reports in accordance with the Principles of Documentation and the HMS Master Writing Guide
  • Maintain client-established deadlines and timeframes
  • Clearly link identified deficient practices with associated regulations
  • Document survey findings accurately using laptop or tablet computer technology
  • Report Immediate Jeopardy Condition-level findings and Substandard Quality of Care findings to appropriate Quality Assurance staff
  • 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
  • Maintain current knowledge of CMS and HMS policies and procedures, Medicare regulations, and CMS QSO memoranda
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in the survey process and communicate them to leadership staff
  • Accept survey assignments as needed and as directed by CMS and HMS

Requirements:

  • Experience completing CMS surveys is required
  • Required CMS training for provider type/s which you have interest in surveying
  • Ability to critically think and be competent in decision making skills
  • Ability to perform all facility required tasks
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Preference given to registered nurse, LPN's, licensed social workers, dietitians
  • Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification for LTC surveyors
  • Licensed RN is preferred
  • Ability to pass federal background check
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for Visa sponsorship
  • Extensive travel availability
  • Ability to use laptop or tablet computer technology for documentation

Benefits:

  • Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive employee benefits package
  • PTO accrual
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Opportunities for advancement and/or cross training
  • Flexible schedule for casual employment
  • Minimal out-of-pocket travel expenses because travel arrangements are made by the company travel department