POC's and Revisits Coordinator HFEMS FAA00802 (Health Professional III)

Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .

Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorados health and protect the places we live work learn and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and addition to working with a great team and rewarding meaningful work we offer:

• Employee wellness programs and facilities

• Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

• Strong yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401K and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off

• Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees

• Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs

• Excellent work-life programs such as flexible schedules and

• A variety of employee resource groups

• We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to: of Job

The Work Unit:
The Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division (HFEMSD) is responsible for the oversight and enforcement of a broad range of federal and state statutes and regulations applicable to a wide variety of healthcare facilities and services in Colorado including hospitals clinics ambulatory surgical facilities renal dialysis centers emergency medical services providers designated and non-designated trauma centers long term care facilities and many other specific types of healthcare services. The division licenses certifies and surveys healthcare facilities and services; provides patient safety and healthcare quality programs; recognizes emergency medical service (EMS) education programs; certifies EMS providers and licenses air and ground ambulance services operating within the state.

This work unit exists to: (1) protect the health safety and welfare of patients/residents of health care facilities in the state of Colorado by evaluating and securing compliance of licensed and certified facilities and providers utilizing applicable federal and state laws/regulations and professional standards of practice; and (2) to provide to the public information on health care facilities.

Summary of Position:
This position is staffed by a professional who works independently or as a member of an interdisciplinary team to review healthcare facility plans of correction in addressing cited deficient practice. Conducts revisit surveys to assess the care treatment and quality of services provided by healthcare facilities through interviews and record review. Uses experience training and judgment in evaluating and applying statues regulations guidelines policies and procedures on a case-by-case/item-by-item basis for healthcare entity compliance/violation. Write statements of deficiencies identifying areas of non-compliance with federal and state requirements based on survey/investigation results. Acts as a resource educator and interpreter of regulations for service providers and clients based upon established guidelines policies and procedures.

Residency Requirement:

Class Code & Classification Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position such as conducting and coordinating health facility surveys Plans of Corrections and revisits process or closely related experience.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education (a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in social work nursing health care gerontology psychology or another field related to the assignment) and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to six (6) years.

• A pre-employment background check

• This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need. *Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change based on CDPHEs business needs. The position will be expected to work on site when needed at 4300 S Cherry Creek Dr Glendale CO 80246.

• Office hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. Extended hours during the evening or the weekend MAY be required by business needs.

• A remote (home) office is required.

• 5% travel required within the State of Colorado.

• Be available in the event of an emergency (e.g. bio-terrorist attack chemical attack disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time travel restrictions may be in place.

• Be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time travel restrictions may be in place.

• Relevant years of State service contribute to a candidates position-related knowledge skill ability behavior or other posted competency should be considered as a preferred qualification and given weight under the process.

• Excellent organizational skills; the ability to set track and accomplish priorities and goals on time.

• Demonstrated proficiency working collaboratively with internal teams technical and community partners and diverse public stakeholders to build partnerships.

• Demonstrates the ability to multi-task set well-defined and realistic personal goals; to organize and work efficiently; and complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Experience and ability to write factually accurate clear concise and professional reports.

• Ability to analyze facts data and evidence to arrive at a logical conclusion.

• Advanced Interpersonal and conflict management skills e.g. displays understanding courtesy tact empathy and concern.

• Develops and maintains effective relationships deals skillfully with people who are difficult hostile or distressed effectively manages and resolves conflicts confrontations and disagreements in a positive and constructive way.

• Proficient in word processing and competency in technology and equipment used in a health care setting (i.e. typing while conducting interviews).

• Computer literate.

• Ability to use information technology to communicate manage knowledge mitigate errors and support decision making.

• Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal regulations and professional standards.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Principles of Documentation and division and department tools for writing.

• SMQT certification preferred.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email atwithin ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments action.

A completed State of Colorado application includes:

• Unofficial transcripts if using education to substitute for experience.

• DD214 if claiming veteran status

• Cover letter required.

The Selection Process:

All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.

Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

Part of or all of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. A top group up to six candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.