Inspector - License & Cert

Essential Job Functions:
Under the direction of a program manager, Inspector V conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations.
Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve issues or complaints regarding services provided in Texas long-term care facilities, including to ensure such services meet any resident’s specialized needs.
Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies.
Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, recommended remedies, and narratives to support regulatory findings.
Visits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.
Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others; for example, publications, assessments, and reports.
Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.
Complete referrals for the conduct, as appropriate.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to use the computer for writing reports.
Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.
Ability to integrate complex regulatory concepts, procedures, or processes. ?
Ability to multi-task and track multiple activities with competing priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and others.
Knowledge of program regulations and procedures, and survey techniques.
Knowledge of acceptable professional standards of care.
Skill in operating personal computers and software.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Valid Driver's License

Initial Selection Criteria:
Experience in conducting investigations related to quality outcomes.
Experience in quality assurance/compliance and oversight/auditing preferred.

Additional Information:
Flexibility in work hours is required for this position. The job requires 80% travel, with most travel during the day. However, some overnight and weekend travel is required, as well as occasional on-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities. Must have reliable transportation.
Note: This position is able to work a compressed workweek with options Monday-Thursday, Tuesday-Friday, and Friday-Monday, 10-hour days.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need an accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.