Life Safety Code Health Care Compliance Officer

DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $300 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans. Life Safety Code Health Care Compliance Officer Job Location: Address: 150 N 18th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details Salary: $57,750 Grade: 20 Job Summary Responsible for accurate completion of inspections and complaint investigations, scheduling and prioritizing work assignments, document and form preparation, all within the established time frames. Conduct in-depth complaint inspections and compliance evaluations of considerable difficulty to ensure compliance with state statutes, rules and CMS regulations for up to 5 types of health care facilities, including state and federally funded programs and those serving developmentally disabled. Ensure consumers, clients, residents and/or patients of all ages and diversified backgrounds receive the necessary care regarding their safety and well‑being. Make critical, defensively sound judgments to recognize and act upon conditions affecting safety and welfare that are within the purview of state statutes, rules and CMS life safety code. Conduct investigations of considerable difficulty regarding all complaints of rule, statute violations and CMS life safety regulations; conduct joint investigations with local law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and Adult Protective Services as necessary. Provide training and technical assistance to owners, administrators, directors, providers, and staff regarding state licensing/certification and CMS life safety requirements and corrections needed to attain compliance; take necessary actions, including legal, against providers found non‑compliant. Prepare reports documenting compliance and non‑compliance, complaint investigation and facility monitoring field trip reports, enforcement and legal actions, and data collection—all within established time lines. Conduct a comprehensive review of records at facilities. Assess compliance with architectural review, state and local fire department codes/standards, and CMS life safety code requirements. May mentor new surveyors. Maintain a large case load requiring complex scheduling; coordinate with providers and other agencies; and document thoroughly for public files. Conduct on‑site statewide, multi‑faceted inspections and evaluations for compliance with Federal Regulations for Social Security Act Title XVII and Title XIX Medicare and Medicaid facilities. Determine federal enforcement remedies, including 23‑day and 45‑day terminations and per‑instance civil money penalties. Job Duties Inspect facilities to verify compliance with state licensing and Medicare certification standards and to ensure safety of consumers, clients, residents and patients. Conduct interior and exterior inspections, often under environmental conditions such as precipitation, heat, and cold. Perform physical activities including extensive walking, touring, inspecting hard‑to‑reach areas, carrying and setting up equipment, and traversing various terrains. Review, analyze, and determine compliance with federal, Medicare and Medicaid certification, and state licensing for complaint investigations. Compose statements of deficiency, field trip reports, and other correspondence. Recommend actions for Medicare and Medicaid certification, state licensure and enforcement actions based on findings and acceptable plans of correction and follow‑up inspections. Testify at administrative and judicial hearings as necessary. Attend meetings, participate in in‑service training, continuing education programs, performance improvement committees and work groups. Assist administrators and staff with areas not in compliance with state standards and Medicare regulations. Other duties as assigned (typically 5%–10%). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge Of Arizona Revised Statutes and Arizona Administrative Code (rules), inspection and investigation methods, case‑load management, policies and procedures applicable to state licensing, state certification, CMS certification and departmental policies. The Americans with Disabilities Act as it relates to health care facilities. State and local standards for fire protection, Life Safety Code, occupancy standards, and codes as they apply to health care facilities. Legal options available to the department and the Life Safety Code as it relates to health care. Codes references in the Life Safety Code. Testing, inspection and maintenance of fire protection systems, life safety systems, fire alarm systems, and emergency power requirements. Community resources, including other state agencies, advocacy groups, networking and provider associations. Federal regulations, Medicare State Operations Manual, State Operations Manual Appendices, Interpretive Guidelines and State Agency letters. Performance Management, Continuous Quality Improvement and Lean methodologies. Skill In Oral and written communication and documentation, including the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication. Analyzing and Evaluating Interpersonal relations when interacting with providers and staff, representatives of local and state government agencies, Adult Protective Services, local police departments, local fire departments, consumers, media and the public. Educating and assisting providers on records maintenance, supervision, safety, equipment standards, the ADA and other topics. Time management and organization to maintain case loads and prioritize work activities. Maintenance of fire protection systems and life safety systems. Ability To Work effectively in a team or independently; identify problems requiring immediate corrective action and determine recommendations for reports. Recommend enforcement actions against non‑compliant providers, including license revocation, civil money penalties and other sanctions. Support a diverse multicultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free of discrimination. Selective Preference(s) Completion of a 2‑year Fire Science Degree or 3 years of Fire Service Experience. Certification as a Fire Inspector 1 or the ability to pass a Fire Inspector 1. Pre‑Employment Requirements Must have a driver’s license and ability to travel statewide. Must possess a valid level 1 fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to A.R.S. 41‑1758.07 or must apply for one within 7 working days after beginning employment. All newly hired State employees subject to the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits Affordable medical and dental insurance plans Paid vacation and sick time Paid parental leave—up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) 10 paid holidays per year Wellness program and plans Life insurance Short/long‑term disability insurance Defined retirement plan Award‑winning Infant at Work program Credit union membership Transit subsidy ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page. Retirement To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will match your contribution to the ASRS in a 50/50 split. New State employees have a 27‑week wait period for contributions to begin. Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona Department of Health Services