Healthcare Compliance Officer — Long-Term Care (AZ)

Arizona Department of Administration; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental Leave—up to 12 weeks

10 paid holidays per year

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Defined retirement plan

Transit subsidy

E-Verify participation

Job summary

Arizona Department of Health Services seeks a Healthcare Compliance Officer to ensure long-term care facilities meet state and federal standards. You will translate findings into clear reports and provide guidance to providers to support safe, high‑quality care.

The role requires navigating Arizona Administrative Code, preparing defensible investigative documents, and coordinating with diverse healthcare teams across the state.

Qualifications

• Must interpret Arizona Administrative Code and Arizona Revised Statutes clearly.
• Ability to translate findings into defensible investigative reports.
• Experience conducting regulatory interviews and gathering facts.

Responsibilities

• Execute facility surveys to evaluate quality systems and compliance.
• Prepare investigative reports and deficiency statements meeting standards.
• Communicate regulatory requirements to facility management for collaboration.
• Balance routine inspections with urgent safety investigations.
• Conduct interviews to collect accurate compliance information.
• Track certifications and investigations using state systems.

Skills

Interpreting regulatory requirements

Interview techniques

Report writing

Prioritization and time management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Professional licensure: RN/Social Worker/Dietitian/Counselor eligibility

Job description

Arizona Department of Health Services seeks a Healthcare Compliance Officer to ensure long-term care facilities meet state and federal standards. You will translate findings into clear reports and provide guidance to providers to support safe, high‑quality care.

The role requires navigating Arizona Administrative Code, preparing defensible investigative documents, and coordinating with diverse healthcare teams across the state.