Healthcare Quality Inspector/Investigator - 61007845, 61151352

Governmentjobs.com; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Healthcare Quality Inspector/Investigator to conduct inspections and ensure compliance within healthcare facilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for dedicated individuals passionate about quality in public health. Applicants should have a valid driver's license and a high school diploma, with additional preferences for relevant bachelor’s degrees. The role includes significant travel and the ability to work flexible hours.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

15 Days Annual Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• High school diploma and relevant program experience required.
• Valid driver's license needed.
• Ability to accommodate overnight travel 3-4 nights per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, surveys, and investigations of healthcare facilities.
• Evaluate compliance with standards and report deficiencies.
• Serve as team leader when requested.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to recognize cultural diversity

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Healthcare Quality Inspector/Investigator - 61007845, 61151352

State of South Carolina

$52,000.00 - $54,000.00 Annually

Location

Lexington County, SC

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

177314

Opening Date

06/19/2025

6/29/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Class Code:

AH35

61007845, 61151352

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Pay Grade

GEN08

$52,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$54,000.00

06/19/2025

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Careers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

This position is located in the Bureau of Nursing Homes and Complaint Management.

THIS POSITION WILL FILL TWO (2) POSITIONS.

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTENSIVE TRAVEL AND/OR OVERNIGHT STAYS.

Responsible for conducting inspections/surveys/investigations and ensuring that the activities and services are in compliance with standards.

Conduct inspections/surveys/investigations of healthcare facilities, service providers, and/or applicant. Evaluate the activities to determine the degree to which standards are carried out effectively. Identify all conditions that do not meet standards. Advise personnel administering activities and services to develop a plan of correction to remedy deficiencies, prevent their reoccurrence, and improve overall quality control and compliance with standards. Complete written reports of deficiencies and submit all reports of findings and required documentation in a timely manner. Ensure that all files pertaining to a survey are secured in accordance with HIPAA and in adherence to federal and state laws. Meet deadlines on written correspondence, documentation, and data entry.

Abide by stringent rules regarding the completion of agency forms and practices pertaining to travel, reimbursement, training, and the use of state and/or federal resources. Serve as team leader to a survey team when requested and/or on a rotating basis. Conduct pre-survey/inspection/investigation team meetings, reviews of survey findings, entrance and exit interviews, travel arrangements, and directions to survey team when serving as team leader. Represent the team as the spokesperson or liaison for surveys when needed. Perform other duties when asked, including but not limited to: attend local and regional meetings with DPH staff and external organizations as needed; assist with training of staff; participate in hearings and trials. Participates in disaster preparedness tasks as outlined in the DPH plan during hazardous weather or state of emergency and reporting to duty and/or being on call on a 24-hour basis when a disaster event occurs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

A valid driver's license. Must be able to plan and coordinate with others. Comprehend federal and state regulations and laws. Must have excellent writing and oral skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office and applicable computer software programs. Must have exceptional attention to detail. Ability to recognize cultural diversity and incorporate cultural competence principles in all communication with internal and external customers.

Knowledgeable of all applicable regulations and policies/procedures. Must be able to accommodate roundtrip for up to four (4) hours and distances of up to 400 miles and to accommodate overnight travel 3-4 nights per week. Able to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays, and able to exceed eight (8) hours of work per day when needed. Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds to a distance and/or height of up to 20 feet. Must be able to become SMQT (Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test) certified.

Job Responsibilities

Careers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

This position is located in the Bureau of Nursing Homes and Complaint Management.

THIS POSITION WILL FILL TWO (2) POSITIONS.
NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTENSIVE TRAVEL AND/OR OVERNIGHT STAYS.

Responsible for conducting inspections/surveys/investigations and ensuring that the activities and services are in compliance with standards.

Conduct inspections/surveys/investigations of healthcare facilities, service providers, and/or applicant. Evaluate the activities to determine the degree to which standards are carried out effectively. Identify all conditions that do not meet standards. Advise personnel administering activities and services to develop a plan of correction to remedy deficiencies, prevent their reoccurrence, and improve overall quality control and compliance with standards. Complete written reports of deficiencies and submit all reports of findings and required documentation in a timely manner. Ensure that all files pertaining to a survey are secured in accordance with HIPAA and in adherence to federal and state laws. Meet deadlines on written correspondence, documentation, and data entry.

Abide by stringent rules regarding the completion of agency forms and practices pertaining to travel, reimbursement, training, and the use of state and/or federal resources. Serve as team leader to a survey team when requested and/or on a rotating basis. Conduct pre-survey/inspection/investigation team meetings, reviews of survey findings, entrance and exit interviews, travel arrangements, and directions to survey team when serving as team leader. Represent the team as the spokesperson or liaison for surveys when needed. Perform other duties when asked, including but not limited to: attend local and regional meetings with DPH staff and external organizations as needed; assist with training of staff; participate in hearings and trials. Participates in disaster preparedness tasks as outlined in the DPH plan during hazardous weather or state of emergency and reporting to duty and/or being on call on a 24-hour basis when a disaster event occurs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

A valid driver's license. Must be able to plan and coordinate with others. Comprehend federal and state regulations and laws. Must have excellent writing and oral skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office and applicable computer software programs. Must have exceptional attention to detail. Ability to recognize cultural diversity and incorporate cultural competence principles in all communication with internal and external customers. Knowledgeable of all applicable regulations and policies/procedures. Must be able to accommodate roundtrip for up to four (4) hours and distances of up to 400 miles and to accommodate overnight travel 3-4 nights per week. Able to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends, holidays, and able to exceed eight (8) hours of work per day when needed. Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds to a distance and/or height of up to 20 feet. Must be able to become SMQT (Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test) certified.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health Administration, Physical Science, Natural Science, or a related field.

Additional Comments

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

EEO: SCDPHis an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCDPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 Days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 Days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote is available after six (6) months of employment if it applies to the position.