Surveyor

Work for Indiana

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As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.

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As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process, as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

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About the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) :

The Indiana Department of Health’s mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.

Salary Statement :

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Role Overview :

This professional position conducts on-site surveys in Group Homes and large ICF / ID facilities to determine compliance with federal certification and state licensure requirements where applicable and reviewing / evaluating the active treatment, safety, protection of rights, quality of care, quality of life, environment and services provided to all clients in the facilities.

This position requires the individual to work independently after orientation and federal training and requires the candidate to meet the requirements to be designated a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional as defined in 42 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) 483.430.

A Day in the Life :

The essential functions of this role are as follows :

Conduct periodic surveys and complaint investigations as required by State and Federal policy and defined protocols.

Serve as team leaders for surveys, assigning survey tasks, conducting entrance and exit conferences, posting notifications and submitting survey paperwork timely.

Identify deficient practices and determine appropriate scope and severity in the provision of healthcare and related services.

Conduct on-site investigation of complaints to identify deficient practices and determine appropriate scope and severity in the provision of healthcare and related services.

Document findings on the survey report in accordance with Principles of Documentation and submit reports within the required timeframes.

Complete administrative duties including, but not limited to travel vouchers, PeopleSoft Time and Labor, schedules, checking and responding to emails, and computer updates.

Complete a quality review of all assigned survey reports and make recommendations to ensure compliance with Principles of Documentation and ISDH Policies and Procedures.

Organize and prioritize workload to ensure review and submission of survey reports in prescribed time frames.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success :

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

Specialized knowledge of operation and administration of applicable healthcare entities including applicable rules and regulations.

Working knowledge / understanding of survey and investigative procedures; the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, and investigations;

and to prepare reports documenting findings.

Practical knowledge of appropriate state and federal laws, state rules and federal regulations for licensing of type of entity being surveyed.

Practical knowledge of and the ability to review and analyze facility records and documents for compliance with requirements.

Ability to observe and recognize potential adverse health and safety conditions, a violation of a law, rule, or regulation.

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with individuals and in group situations.

Perform quality review of survey reports and various program requirements with specialized training.

Understanding of and ability to work as a member of a team.

You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment :

Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana :

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program : Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to :

150 hours of paid new parent leave

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Last updated : 2024-03-23

Salary : $47,320