Acute Health Facilities Surveyor

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Health Services Consultant II -Team Leader

Opening Date : September 24, 2025

Closing Date : October 7, 2025

Job Class Code : 4385

Grade : 24

Salary : $60,299.20 - $82,576.00

(Salary range is non-negotiable)

Position Number : 02031-2301

Location : Lewiston, Augusta, or Portland

This position is dispatched from the Surveyor's home, is usually only M-F, and has no shift, on-call, direct care, or holiday work.

We are looking for a professional who thrives in a team environment, yet works well independently, to support the Department of Health and Human Service's mission to promote health and safety for all Maine people.

Core Responsibilities :

What can you expect to do as a Survey Team Leader?

• Lead a team of surveyors as you conduct inspections and investigate complaint allegations in acute-level providers such as hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, and others;
• Interview complainants and witnesses to obtain information regarding complaint allegations;
• Perform record reviews and observations in facilities;
• Write reports known as "Statements of Deficiencies," which outline the rules / regulations that the facility failed to follow;
• Assist your team members to ensure Statements of Deficiencies comply with the requirements set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ("CMS");
• Participate in training, including mandatory online training required by CMS;
• Ensure that facilities comply with both federal and State licensing requirements

Although you will be a Team Lead :

This position does require statewide travel and occasional overnight stays; in addition, it may be necessary to conduct occasional early morning, night, or weekend survey work.

Minimum Qualifications :

Registered Nurse and a four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of nursing and / or in the delivery of health care services.

Licensing Requirements : (This must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class)

Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine as issued by the State Board of Nursing.

Preferred candidates will ALSO have :

o Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills; and

o A valid driver's license.

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Agency information :

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission of the Division of Licensing and Certification ("DLC") is to ensure Maine's citizens receive quality and effective health care and social services by developing and applying regulatory standards that help people have safe and appropriate outcomes.

Application Information :

For questions about this position, please contact James Allen, RN, HSS, via email to : James.Allen@Maine.gov

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter

In your cover letter, you must provide the following information :

1) explain what experience, if any, you have had doing the bulleted tasks listed above; and

2) explain what you have, if any, of the attributes listed above under "Preferred candidates will ALSO have".

Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine :

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including :

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note : Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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