Supervision is not the primary responsibility of the job. Responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling, and reviewing work and recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Health Facility Surveyor I class where the work is less complex and diverse and does not involve supervisory responsibility. Differs from the Health Facility Surveyor III class where the work involves the management of all survey activities in a geographical region of the state. Develops and coordinates a quality assurance and improvement plan for efficient and effective completion of facility surveys.
Reviews reports to determine if discovered deficiencies endanger the health or safety of residents.
Trains and accompanies new surveyors on-site until surveyor performance is at the appropriate level of competency. Interprets laws, regulations, and guidelines to the personnel of health facilities and to subordinates. Serves as a liaison with other state and federal agencies regarding program operations and objectives. Participates in programs of health and educational departments or organizations such as the U.S. Department of Health and Welfare, state agencies and universities, and nursing schools to plan, integrate, and coordinate services which promote and maintain quality patient care. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to licensure and certifications of health facilities.