Los Angeles County
HEALTH FACILITIES EVALUATOR III
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
EXAM NUMBER: PH5704C FIRST DAY OF FILING: Friday, August 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
DEFINITION: Provides the first level of supervision to a field staff responsible for surveying health care facilities and enforcing licensing and certification standards in accordance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations; or performs administrative staff assignments in licensing, enforcement and training services.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class perform one of the following types of assignments: Incumbents exercise full supervisory authority in both technical and administrative matters over a staff of Health Facilities Evaluators. Although incumbents may occasionally perform surveys in problem cases, their primary role involves expediting the work of subordinates through careful planning, organization and assignment of work in addition to training and evaluating personnel in their unit and effectively recommending the adjustment of grievances and disciplinary problems.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the activities of all Health Facilities Evaluators assigned to either a District Office or training by planning, assigning and reviewing work, both administratively and in the field; evaluating performance by determining effectiveness in enforcing applicable standards and regulations; counseling Evaluators for purposes of improving performance and productivity, adjusting grievances, and recommending disciplinary action. Interprets, clarifies, and resolves field surveillance problems relating to State, Federal and local regulations pertaining to eligibility for participation in State and Federal health care programs as well as licensing and certification requirements. Resolves problems arising from surveys disputed by facility management by reviewing the original survey report, reviewing areas in contention, obtaining evaluations by staff consultants, preparing reports and recommending enforcement or other legal actions. Conducts informal office conferences with licensees in order to formulate prompt and effective mechanisms for the resolution of problems affecting the health, safety and welfare of patients. Evaluates facility records and other evidence and recommends enforcement proceedings such as criminal prosecutions, citations, injunctions, decertification or the revocation of facility licenses in accordance with established policies and procedures. Reviews and evaluates team effectiveness and takes necessary steps to assure that current laws, regulations, policies and procedures are consistently followed. Reviews, evaluates, and signs correspondence concerning violations and compliance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations. Plans and provides in-service training through the development of training programs and workshops in cooperation with State and Federal training coordinators. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends changes to plans and proposals for new construction of, or for changes and alterations to, health care facilities. Maintains production records and statistical data to aid in monitoring activities of subordinate staff. Presides at District staff and training meetings and quarterly provider group meetings. Conducts special internal and external studies, analyzing issues, recommending solutions and assisting in the implementation of approved changes. Meets with community groups regarding Division functions and the regulation process, as needed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Two years' experience at the level of Health Facilities Evaluator I* or higher. LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing** -OR- a certificate or pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health ***
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of a Health Facility Evaluator I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: surveys hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and related health care facilities, to enforce Federal, State and local licensing and quality of care regulations. ** Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Registered Nurse License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to
HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
. within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing.
The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
CERTIFICATE INFORMATION: *** You
MUST
submit a legible copy of the required certificate or the pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health with your application or within 15 calendar days of application submission to
HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
. Failure to submit the required certificate within the given time frame will result in your application being
REJECTED as INCOMPLETE.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION:
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience beyond the minimum requirements
EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing
weighted 100%.
Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS
.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed
ONLINE ONLY
. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application before the deadline on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note that
ALL
information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to
VERIFICATION
at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION
of any information may result in
DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT
. Utilizing
VERBIAGE
from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties
WILL NOT
be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as
INCOMPLETE
and will not be accepted. Comments such as
SEE RESUME
or
SEE APPLICATION
will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as
INCOMPLETE
. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history
unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).
If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr
EXAM NUMBER: PH5704C FIRST DAY OF FILING: Friday, August 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
DEFINITION: Provides the first level of supervision to a field staff responsible for surveying health care facilities and enforcing licensing and certification standards in accordance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations; or performs administrative staff assignments in licensing, enforcement and training services.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class perform one of the following types of assignments: Incumbents exercise full supervisory authority in both technical and administrative matters over a staff of Health Facilities Evaluators. Although incumbents may occasionally perform surveys in problem cases, their primary role involves expediting the work of subordinates through careful planning, organization and assignment of work in addition to training and evaluating personnel in their unit and effectively recommending the adjustment of grievances and disciplinary problems.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the activities of all Health Facilities Evaluators assigned to either a District Office or training by planning, assigning and reviewing work, both administratively and in the field; evaluating performance by determining effectiveness in enforcing applicable standards and regulations; counseling Evaluators for purposes of improving performance and productivity, adjusting grievances, and recommending disciplinary action. Interprets, clarifies, and resolves field surveillance problems relating to State, Federal and local regulations pertaining to eligibility for participation in State and Federal health care programs as well as licensing and certification requirements. Resolves problems arising from surveys disputed by facility management by reviewing the original survey report, reviewing areas in contention, obtaining evaluations by staff consultants, preparing reports and recommending enforcement or other legal actions. Conducts informal office conferences with licensees in order to formulate prompt and effective mechanisms for the resolution of problems affecting the health, safety and welfare of patients. Evaluates facility records and other evidence and recommends enforcement proceedings such as criminal prosecutions, citations, injunctions, decertification or the revocation of facility licenses in accordance with established policies and procedures. Reviews and evaluates team effectiveness and takes necessary steps to assure that current laws, regulations, policies and procedures are consistently followed. Reviews, evaluates, and signs correspondence concerning violations and compliance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations. Plans and provides in-service training through the development of training programs and workshops in cooperation with State and Federal training coordinators. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends changes to plans and proposals for new construction of, or for changes and alterations to, health care facilities. Maintains production records and statistical data to aid in monitoring activities of subordinate staff. Presides at District staff and training meetings and quarterly provider group meetings. Conducts special internal and external studies, analyzing issues, recommending solutions and assisting in the implementation of approved changes. Meets with community groups regarding Division functions and the regulation process, as needed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Two years' experience at the level of Health Facilities Evaluator I* or higher. LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing** -OR- a certificate or pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health ***
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of a Health Facility Evaluator I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: surveys hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and related health care facilities, to enforce Federal, State and local licensing and quality of care regulations. ** Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Registered Nurse License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to
HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
. within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing.
The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
CERTIFICATE INFORMATION: *** You
MUST
submit a legible copy of the required certificate or the pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health with your application or within 15 calendar days of application submission to
HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
. Failure to submit the required certificate within the given time frame will result in your application being
REJECTED as INCOMPLETE.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION:
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience beyond the minimum requirements
EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing
weighted 100%.
Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS
.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed
ONLINE ONLY
. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application before the deadline on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note that
ALL
information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to
VERIFICATION
at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION
of any information may result in
DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT
. Utilizing
VERBIAGE
from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties
WILL NOT
be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as
INCOMPLETE
and will not be accepted. Comments such as
SEE RESUME
or
SEE APPLICATION
will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as
INCOMPLETE
. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history
unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).
If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr