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Texas Health and Human Services · 12 hours ago

LTCR Inspector

Abilene, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$5,035.99/mo - $6,779.25/mo

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. They are seeking an LTCR Inspector who will conduct on-site inspections and investigations involving abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals in various long-term care facilities.

Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

The inspector conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys to include the investigation of abuse, neglect, and exploitation at Long-Term Care (LTC) providers to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations. The inspector conducts exit conferences at the end of an inspection with facility staff regarding preliminary findings of the inspection. (25%)

The inspector completes written reports for each inspection or survey to detail deficiencies and provide narratives to support regulatory findings. The inspector summarizes facts obtained during an investigating whether abuse, neglect, or exploitation occurred. The inspector is responsible for ensuring the documentation is clear and concise; ensures course corrections implemented by the providers are appropriate to address the risk or noncompliance with regulations identified during inspections and investigations. If the inspector determines abuse, neglect, or exploitation did occur the inspector will make a referral to HHSC’s Employee Misconduct Registry of the alleged perpetrator. (25%)

The inspector establishes priorities in gathering evidence to determine what methods to use in securing evidence such as going through the interview process or reviewing records to determine compliance or noncompliance. Analyzes evidence to complete a thorough investigation and determine if there is a preponderance of evidence. Evidence must follow chain of custody and be protected during the process. (25%)

The inspector reviews and approves corrective action plans to address noncompliance with the regulations; responsible for informing the provider of issues that require immediate remedial action to ensure the health and safety of consumers; recommends enforcement actions; ensures administrative penalties are assessed and processed according to state and federal requirements. (10%)

The inspector participates in meetings to discuss major issues identified during the inspection/investigation, and the outcome of the inspection/investigations. The inspector testifies at hearings and court proceedings regarding the investigation findings and compliance determinations. The inspector will train new hires by conducting on-the-job training which includes mentoring, shadowing, and return demonstrations. (10%)

The inspector performs other duties as assigned by their supervisor, or regional leadership, and that are required to maintain unit operations. This includes being available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations at providers. (5%)

Qualification

Conducting inspectionsInvestigationsReport writingRegulationsEffective communicationProfessional judgmentMulti-taskingComputer proficiencyInterviewing skillsWorking independentlyTeam collaboration

Required

Valid Class C (or higher) Texas driver's license or equivalent license from another state, is required

Experience interacting with or communicating with members of the public, in person or by phone

Knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program area

Knowledge of acceptable professional standards of care

Skill in conducting inspections and investigations and determining proper courses of action

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Skill in effective verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to prepare reports, to interpret laws and regulations, to gather and analyze data and to communicate effectively

Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions

Ability to integrate complex regulatory concepts, procedures, or processes

Ability to multi-task and track multiple activities with competing priorities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and others

Ability to work in a potentially emotion-filled environment

Ability to operate a computer, tablet, laptop device, smartphone, fax machine, copy machine, and various software packages, including Microsoft Office

Ability to conduct interviews in various locations, including private residences, day habilitation facilities, group homes, and state-operated facilities

Ability to work in environments where violent and dangerous individuals may be present

Ability to oversee the work of others