Field Surveyor, Long-Term Care (Regulatory)

WVSPS; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Nursing Facilities Social Services Surveyor to inspect long-term care facilities across Texas, ensuring compliance with state and federal rules. The role emphasizes on-site visits, report writing, and regulatory determinations, with a strong travel component.

The position involves evaluating resident needs, coordinating with facility staff, and potentially testifying as needed. 80% travel is required; telework not available.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessment and documentation of social service needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site licensure inspections and investigations in long-term care facilities.
• Prepare and file inspection reports detailing deficiencies.
• Communicate findings clearly to facility staff and stakeholders.
• Conduct exit conferences with facility staff on findings.
• Visit facilities to verify correction of cited violations.
• Testify at hearings or in court when required.
• Be available for on-call duties during emergencies or weather events.
• Interpret policies, procedures, and regulations accurately.
• Use computer systems to write and manage reports.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Social services

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Nursing Facilities Social Services Surveyor to inspect long-term care facilities across Texas, ensuring compliance with state and federal rules. The role emphasizes on-site visits, report writing, and regulatory determinations, with a strong travel component.

The position involves evaluating resident needs, coordinating with facility staff, and potentially testifying as needed. 80% travel is required; telework not available.