Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities - Maintains and builds knowledge of the Federal, State and Program requirements related to Survey completion.
- Complete necessary pre-hire and ongoing training required, including mandatory online training required by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT).
- Work as part of a team of surveyors, conducting onsite licensing inspections and investigating allegations regarding care, in Long-Term Care, Intermediate Care and ESRD Facilities. The Survey could be conducted Statewide requiring travel and overnight stays.
- Conduct Surveys during the facility's operating hours, which could include early morning, late evening and/or weekend availability.
- Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information regarding allegations.
- Complete reports Survey Completion Reports, as well as Statements of Deficiency Reports indicating the results of completed surveys, including rules/regulations non-compliance and recommendations for understanding the regulations.
- Initiates, reviews, and submits data and documentation according to established CareStar and agency processes.
- Performs other projects and duties as assigned.
- Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of responsibilities.
- Understands and complies with CareStar policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentially as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
- Follows the Acceptable Use Policy, while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar.
Qualifications and Education Requirements - Associate's Degree from an accredited College or University in Nursing or Bachelor's Degrees in Social Work.
- Possesses one of the following licensures: Nursing License, Licensed Social Worker, Registered/Licensed Dietician.
- Two (2) years' experience working with the populations served by the applicable program.
- Effective oral and written communications skills with attention to detail in assessment and documentation; ability to prioritize multiple tasks; proficient computer skills with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, within CareStar and program guidelines.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in a diverse work environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, effective organizational skills, and flexibility in relationship to position requirements.
- Available to meet the needs/requirements of employees, co-workers, and individuals during CareStar standard business hours.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel, through air or ground including overnight stays, as necessary.
- Valid driver's license and car insurance, as required by State law.
CareStar, Inc.
Job Tags
Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift,