Nursing Home Surveyor/Complaint Investigator (RD req'd)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full-time Regular Professional DOH, New Rochelle, Embedded, New Rochelle, NY, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1017 Salary Range: $40.90 To $45.00 Hourly Become SMQT Certified! $3,000 Sign-on Bonus Based in New Rochelle, the Nursing Home Surveyor/ Complaint Investigator will assist the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Office of Aging and Long-Term Care, with surveillance and investigation activities related to nursing homes (long term care). These activities are mandated to evaluate facility performance and monitor the quality of care and services provided. In this role you will participate as a member of an interdisciplinary survey/investigation team to review allegations of abuse and neglect, perform surveillance activities/tasks at nursing homes (long term care)/Transitional Care Units (TCUs), and Adult Day Health Care Programs (ADHCP) to determine compliance with the requirements of participation; prepare written reports of investigative findings and prepare Statement of Deficiencies (SOD) within required time frame, using Principles of Documentation. participate in emergency surveys at Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF's); participate in State monitoring during Immediate Jeopardy situations; as well as other duties. This position is majority travel, will be onsite at facilities in Sullivan, Orange, Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster and Westchester counties. Mileage and accommodation reimbursement provided. Non-travel days are based out of the NYSDOH New Rochelle office -OR- telecommuting, if approved.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate positive customer satisfaction in situations that are adverse or in controversy. Ability to successfully work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate professionally with co-workers, supervisors, providers, medical and administrative personnel, and residents/patients. Ability to translate collected information into a clear, concise, legal, and defensible document. Excellent investigative and analytical skills. Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft office products, and the ability to learn new programs. Ability to obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) certification within 12 months of employment, required. If approved to work remotely, must have secure internet that meets the speed required to perform all work duties, must have workspace that provides privacy for all work-related calls, and must be able to secure all work-related items when not in use. Must have a valid driver's license & the ability to travel to on-site assignments, required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of a registered professional dietician program, required. A bachelor's degree in a related discipline, preferred. Two (2) years of experience performing surveillance activities, preferably in a nursing home; - OR- two (2) years of clinical experience in a healthcare facility, required. SMQT Certification, preferred. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The annualized hourly range for this position is $40.90 - $45.00 . Actual salary range and /or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. IPRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ADP, Inc.