Health Facility Surveyor 2026-01188

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Pension and 457B retirement plans

Flexible/hybrid work arrangement

Training and professional development

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a Health Facility Surveyor to conduct licensure and certification surveys and investigate complaints across the state. The role involves interpreting federal and state guidelines and working with a variety of healthcare providers to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities include extensive travel, providing technical assistance, and communicating findings to supervisors and facility leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or related field.
• License by Wyoming State Board of Nursing required.
• SMQT certification within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform licensure surveys, certification surveys, and complaint investigations statewide.
• Interpret regulations and guidance; assess regulatory problems and document findings.
• Travel extensively to survey sites and coordinate with facility leadership.
• Provide technical assistance to healthcare provider types and teams.
• Communicate approvals, concerns, and plans of correction to leadership.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)

Job description

General Description

Enjoy a small-town atmosphere, with no state income tax and an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, with nearby access to skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities.

Description And Functions

You will serve as a Health Facility Surveyor with the Health Care Surveillance Branch, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys, Wyoming Department of Health, conducting surveys and investigating complaints statewide according to Wyoming State Statutes agreement with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

What Health Facility Surveyors Like About The Job

• Working with a diverse group of healthcare professionals and learning from each other.
• Having the opportunity for continual learning with formal training courses such as “Investigative Techniques,” “Interviewing,” and “Decision Making.”
• Feeling like “I make a difference for residents after I leave the facility.”
• Enjoying the opportunity to work both independently and as a member of a survey team. Exploring the beautiful State of Wyoming in a way few people get to experience.
• Talking with patients and residents and influencing positive changes for them. Visiting the various types of healthcare facilities around the State.

This position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus. See notes for eligibility and conditions.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs standard and abbreviated surveys such as initial licensure and certification surveys, recertification surveys, complaint investigations, and follow-up surveys.
• Ensure the survey process is implemented correctly and efficiently.
• Interprets regulations and guidance from the State Operations Manual and other federal/state guidelines. Performs complaint intakes and assesses and documents regulatory problems.
• Determines regulatory category for complaint allegations.
• Report findings to the Team Coordinator or, when working independently, to the Supervisor. Evaluate plans of correction and communicate approval or concerns to facility leadership.
• Provides oral or written technical assistance to a variety of healthcare provider types.
• Participates in in-service education, as well as other educational opportunities related to the survey process.
• Extensive statewide travel to and from survey sites.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to registered nurses, registered dietitians, social workers, medical technologists, and occupational, physical or respiratory therapists.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience working in a nursing home, hospital, laboratory, home health agency, hospice, ambulatory surgical center, or dialysis facility.

• Agency requires the successful applicant to be licensed by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing.
• Agency requires completing the CMS Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of health care standards, medical conditions (acute and chronic), medical procedures, mental health needs, and quality of life.
• Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for certifying and licensing healthcare facilities.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)

Experience

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Working Conditions

• Extensive state-wide travel to and from survey sites.
• This position will be located in Big Horn, Fremont, Hot Springs, Park, or Washakie County and will require working from a home office.

Notes

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer
• Flexible/Hybrid. This position will require working from home (except in Laramie County).
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees are accepting a full-time position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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