Long-Term Care Preceptor, Training Unit

Salary: $67,408.00 - $74,148.80 Annually
Location : Homebased, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00951
Division: Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD)
Unit: LTC Management & Support Staff
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
Pay Grade: M
The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) is one of Georgia's four health agencies serving the state's growing population of over 10 million people. DCH serves as the lead agency for Medicaid, oversees the State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) and Healthcare Facility Regulation, impacting one in four Georgians.
Through effective planning, purchasing and oversight, DCH provides access to affordable, quality health care to millions of Georgians, including some of the state's most vulnerable and under-served populations. Six enterprise offices support the work of the agency's three program divisions. DCH employees are based in Atlanta, Cordele and across the state.
DCH is committed to providing superior C ustomer Service and C ommunication, embracing T eamwork and fostering A ccountability to ensure that our internal and external customers and stakeholders feel included, respected, engaged and secure.
DCH is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Long-term Care Preceptor, Training Unit with the Healthcare Facility Regulation Division. The LTC Preceptorunder general to limited supervision, will develop, conduct and coordinate training for surveyors who perform on-site surveys of Long Term Care and State Licensed facilities regulated by the state to determine compliance with applicable state and/or federal rules and regulations. This position may be asked to assist in other areas of training as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and organize training plans for surveyors based on CMS and State requirements. Facilitate training using a variety of delivery methods including classroom training, virtual training and on-site coaching/training.
• Track and report on training outcomes and monitor compliance. Provide feedback to manager regarding training compliance.
• May assist in on-boarding and training to new employed surveyors.
• Complete training to become qualified to survey all Non-Long Term Care and State programs.
• Expected to remain current on both federal and state requirements for Non-long term care facilities through regular training and review of materials.
• Owns assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate training classes/activities for New LTC Surveyors.
• Provide direction and monitor completion of required CMS computer-based training for new and existing surveyors.
• Conduct onsite training/evaluation of new surveyors as needed.
• Provide classroom and in the field training on Long Term Care Survey Process.
• Ensure surveyors have most up to date surveyor resources.
• Develop and provide continuing training and onsite training/evaluation for existing surveyors.
• Provide LTC Training Presentations as needed
• Plan and organize training plans for surveyors based on CMS and State requirements to facilitate completion of SMQT.
• Facilitate training using a variety of delivery methods including classroom training, virtual training and on-site coaching/training.
• Track and report on training outcomes and monitor compliance.
• Assist manager with providing in-service education to all LTC Staff.
• Provide feedback to manager regarding training compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Other duties as assigned.

This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities associated with the role. As part of this position, the incumbent is expected to exercise sound judgment, adapt to evolving priorities, and take on additional tasks or special projects as assigned to support the needs of the department. Responsibilities may expand or shift based on organizational demands, and the role requires flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to ensuring efficient departmental operations and effective supervision of training program functions.

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of job-related experience; or Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of job-related experience or four (4) years of related professional experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Complnc Specialist 2 (RCP061) or position equivalent.


Note: Some positions may require a certification or licensure. After hire, this position is required to successfully complete all preparatory training provided, including successful completion of the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test within the first 12 months of employment as required by Sections 1819(g) (2) (C) (ii) of the Social Security Act, as amended, and Article IV (B) of the Agreement pursuant to Section 1864 of the Social Security Act.

Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license. Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license, which would enable the applicant to drive in Georgia, and use of a car at work (personal or rental), are required for employees in this job.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates, who have a healthcare background and in addition to meeting the qualifications listed above, possess the following:

• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and critical thinking skills.
• Successful completion of CMS Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) for Long Term Care (or Non-LTC programs), or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Prior experience conducting Long Term Care surveys in accordance with CMS and/or State requirements
• At least two years of experience facilitating professional development, adult learning, or staff training programs in a healthcare or regulatory environment.
• Strong knowledge of CMS LTCSP (Long-Term Care Survey Process), federal regulations, and interpretive guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and evaluate performance in a structured training program.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable with hybrid work environments including onsite training, virtual facilitation, and independent research.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in healthcare regulations and training methodologies.

Additional Information
EARN MORE THAN A SALARY! In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Community Health offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE LISTED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. CURRENT GEORGIA STATE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES WILL BE SUBJECT TO STATE PERSONNEL BOARD (SPB) RULE PROVISIONS. THE POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LOWER OR HIGHER POSITION LEVEL.
This position is unclassified and employment is at-will. Candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment background history and reference check.
For more information about this job and other career opportunities with DCH, please visit our Careers Page: .
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


What is your highest level of education completed?

• Juris Doctorate
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associates Degree
• Some College/Tech School
• High School Diploma
• GED
• None of the above

03


Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Community Health or an attached agency?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

04


How many years of recent experience do you have as an experienced licensed clinician and/or preceptor?

• None
• 1 Yr to less than 2 Yrs
• 2 Yrs to less than 3 Yrs
• 3 Yrs to less than 4 Yrs
• More than 4 Yrs

05


How many years of clinical experience do you have in the field of home health, hospice, hospital, nursing home, assisted living, private homecare, adult daycare, or any licensed healthcare facility?

• None
• 1 Yr to less than 2 Yrs
• 2 Yrs to less than 3 Yrs
• 3 Yrs to less than 4 Yrs
• More than 4 Yrs

06


How many years of experience do you have directly supporting employee training activities?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

07


How many years of experience do you have providing educational, training, or instructional services to a functional area?

• No experience
• 1yr to less than 2yrs
• 2yrs to less than 3yrs
• 3yrs to less than 4yrs
• 4yrs to less than 5yrs
• 5 years or more

08


How many years of experience do you have in operating multiple database systems such as ASE-Q, iQIES and ACTs?

• None
• Less than 1 Yr.
• 1 Yr. to less than 2 Yrs.
• 2 Yrs. to less than 3 Yrs.
• 3 Yrs. to less than 5 Yrs.
• 5 Yrs. or more

09


The Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) is a certification required for surveyors of long-term care facilities that receive Medicare or Medicaid reimbursements. Are you SMQT Certified?

• Yes
• No

10


Do you have a current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?

• Yes, I am a registered nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Georgia.
• Yes, I am a practical nurse (LPN) licensed in the State of Georgia.
• No.

11


This position conducts onsite surveys at healthcare facilities across the State of Georgia and requires statewide travel. Do you agree to extensive statewide travel?

• Yes
• No

12


Are you a US military veteran?

• Yes
• No

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