Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/12/24
Applications Due: 09/19/24
Vacancy ID: 167317
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleHealth Care Surveyor 2 - 46985 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade20
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $101720 to $111381 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 80%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address Center for Residential Surveillance, Division of Nursing Home & ICF/IID Surveillance
875 Central Avenue
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12206
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidate: Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Health Care Surveyor 2, G20.
Non-Competitive: possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and two years of post-licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience.
Substitution: a bachelor's degree in nursing may substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master's degree in nursing may substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Ability to actively participate on an interdisciplinary team, accept constructive criticism, and display constant professionalism as a representative of the Department; excellent interview, observational, and writing skills, and an ability to translate collected information into legally defensible reports; experience with the aged and aging population, especially in the provision of direct patient care as a human services or clinical professional, and an ability to appreciate how the aging process affects outcomes; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint; Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Testing certification; and Excellent written and oral communication skills; flexibility and dedication.
Duties Description The candidate will support the Bureau of Quality Assurance by applying clinical knowledge to surveillance and investigative activities to assure that providers, and services provided, meet standards of practice and comply with State and Federal statutes and regulations. Activities include: reviewing surveillance and complaint investigation records including medical records; reviewing statements of deficiencies for quality assurance; reviewing evidence and assisting with determinations of immediate jeopardy; completing enforcement activities; participating in infection control survey audits; reviewing adult day health care programs; providing support to the regional office survey teams; completing and analyzing data reports related to survey activities; participating in informal dispute resolutions; and participating in special projects as needed.
Additional Comments *Free Parking.
This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
Posted Salary range includes the statutory hiring rate at step 4 and job rate for PS&T Grade 20 ($81,720 - $91,381) and an additional Geographic Pay Differential of $20,000.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Human Resources Management Group
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference BV/HCS2/46985 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, BV/HCS2/46985, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
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