Health Facilities Compliance Inspector (Generalist) (Health Professional III)



Job Details

Health Facilities Compliance Inspector (Generalist) (Health Professional III)
Employer

State of Colorado

Salary

$4,742.00 Monthly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

FAA-11119-05/2018

Department

Department of Public Health & Environment

Division

Health Facilities & Emergency Medical Services

Opening Date

05/22/2018

Department Information

 Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division
Acute Care and Nursing Facilities Branch
Nursing Facilities Section.

 This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Filling Positions in: Nursing Facilities Section
                                   
Experienced healthcare professionals can have a tangible impact on public health in Colorado by joining the staff of any of our health facility compliance programs. The individual will be in a position to make a difference in healthcare safety and quality on a broad scale.   Through on-site observation and records review Health Facility staff members provide assurance that patients and residents of facilities and programs licensed or certified in Colorado receive appropriate care and treatment. As a division our role is to assist health facilities including nursing homes, hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, dialysis centers and assisted living residences as well as home health, community health, assisted living and hospice programs and services for persons having intellectual and developmental disabilities  meet required standards and provide the best environment for care of clients. And as added benefits- our staff enjoys high job satisfaction, no weekend on-call, good benefits and stability.

Consider joining us for an opportunity like no other to serve the most vulnerable citizens and their families. Because of the nature of work and the need for advanced knowledge in our programs, these positions require at least two years of professional experience in the type of facility or program that we regulate as well as a bachelor's degree or substituting experience.
 
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
 

  • Employee wellness programs and facilities
  • Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
  • Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
  • Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
  • Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
  • Medical and dental health plans
  • Paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • 10 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
  • Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
  • Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs
  • Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and
  • A variety of employee resource groups

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to:  http://www.tgslc.org/borrowers/public-service/

Description of Job

  • On an unannounced basis, independently or as a member of an interdisciplinary team, inspects licensed and certified facilities to determine whether the entity is operating in compliance with applicable statutes/regulations. Applies knowledge of nursing practices, state and or federal rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure compliance of health care facilities with state and or federal requirements;
  • Specifically the facilities inspected and regulated by these sections include: Skilled Nursing Homes, and long-term care facilities.
  • Analyzes the evidence and survey results in order to determine whether and how the health care facility is out of compliance with applicable statutes and regulations;
  • Writes clear, concise, and legally defensible statements of deficiencies based on analysis of the documented findings and extensive knowledge of these laws, regulations and guidelines;
  • Investigates complex complaint allegations, analyzes the data gathered during the investigation, determines whether the allegations of regulatory noncompliance are substantiated and, if substantiated, and determines the appropriate regulatory citations to be issued;
  • Advises, counsels and provides guidance to facility administrators/staff regarding the purpose/reason for the regulations, and how and/or why areas are out of compliance;
  • Deals effectively with conflict and contentious or volatile situations involving the clients or family members of clients as well as the representatives of licensed facilities.
 
 

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing, human services, social work or other appropriate field of study and two years of professional health care experience in a nursing home or similar facility caring for older adults.

Note: "as used here, professional healthcare means providing care to clients or residents using theories of a professional field, (typically obtained in a bachelor's degree program), such as nursing, social work, or healthcare administration." Examples of professional job titles include-Nursing Home Administrator, Social Worker, Dietician, and Case Manager.
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
 
Special Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a current Colorado Driver License, and be willing to travel as needed up to 50-70% of the time;
 
Substitutions:
A combination of work experience in the healthcare field, which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the Bachelor's degree. A Masters degree in Nursing or other healthcare or human service field may substitute for the Bachelor's degree and one year of the required experience.

Cover Letter Required:
Along with the application submit a cover letter, not to exceed two typewritten pages, double-spaced detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications and preferred and essential competencies for the position. Specific examples of determining compliance with regulations or evidence based practice should be included as well as how you meet the minimum and preferred competencies for the position.  Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may involve a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter. 

A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)

Conditions of Employment:

  • A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Human Resources office with an official disposition of any charges.
  • Must be able to travel independently, or with other inspectors, statewide  50-70% of the time, with some overnight stays,
  • Must be willing to work in environments where contagious diseases may be present;
  • In compliance with a State Board of Health rule, all Compliance Inspectors must be able to prove that they have been vaccinated against influenza each year or agree to wear masks, gowns or other protective gear when in contact with residents/clients of facilities/services regulated by this division.
 Preferred and Essential Competencies:
The preferred experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:
  • Ability to Assesses and evaluate health care facility quality of care, services, and treatment of the residents/clients as well as facility practices through observations, record review, as well as interviews with residents/patients, family members, staff, and outside agency and medical professionals;
  • Ability to analyze the evidence and survey results in order to determine whether and how the health care facility is out of compliance with applicable statutes and regulations;
  • Willingness to serve in a regulatory capacity;
  • Must be proficient in word processing and able to use current communication technology to connect to the office from the field.
  • Ability to anticipate customer needs and take action to meet those needs; identify both internal and external customers, including stakeholders; continually search for ways to improve customer service and satisfaction.
  • Ability to write clear, concise, and legally defensible statements of deficiencies;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle conflict and contentious or volatile situations.
Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

 

Supplemental Information

A complete application packet must include:

1.    A State of Colorado application submitted online via CO Jobs. You may attach a resume to your application, but resume or "see resume" statement will not be accepted in lieu of the application.

2.    In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.

The Selection Process – All applicants will be notified by email of their status at each of the following steps.

1.    All applications that are received by the application deadline will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.

2.    Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis process.

a.    Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) against the preferred qualifications.

3.    A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

 

Note: Transfers, voluntary demotions and reinstatements are required to apply and participate in the selection process.

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CDPHE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information:  www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits 

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
 

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CDPHE-Applicants for State of Colorado classified positions must be current residents of Colorado. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?
  • Yes
  • No
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CDPHE-Do you possess, and are you willing to maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License, as required by this position?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing and able to independently travel approximately 50-70% of the time to fulfill the duties of this position?
  • Yes
  • No
04
CDPHE-A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Human Resources office with an official disposition of any charges. As a condition of employment, are you willing and able to submit to a background check if offered the position.
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing to accept employment at the established starting salary of $4,742 per month?
  • Yes
  • No
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A cover letter describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and the preferred and essential competencies for this position must be submitted with your application. Have you included the required cover letter?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you able and willing to perform the position given the following conditions of employment? Must be able to travel statewide up to 70% of the time, with overnight stays, usually with other compliance inspectors, for as many as 1-5 nights in a week, plus very limited occasional out-of-state travel for required training; must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment in a suitcase or other bag up two flights of stairs and/or for One-Eighth(1/8th) mile over flat ground; ability to walk and stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours per day); must be able to hold a tablet computer in a standing position up to Ten (10) hours per day and enter data efficiently into a computer; ability to bend, kneel stoop and climb (for example to inspect a walk-in refrigerator or other kitchen equipment. These are essential duties of this position and employees must be able to perform all of these duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates must be willing to work occasional evening, night, weekend, holiday work depending upon circumstances of Survey or Complaint.
  • Yes
  • No
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CDPHE-In order to substantiate the educational requirements and/or education substitution, you MUST supply a legible copy of your college transcripts before the application deadline to the Human Resources office. Transcripts can be attached to your CO Jobs application. Applications without transcripts will NOT be considered. Did you submit transcripts?
  • Yes
  • No

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