Syracuse Region - Become SMQT Certified!Based in the NYSDOH office located in Syracuse, NY, this individual will assist the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Office of Aging and Long-Term Care, with surveillance and investigation activities related to nursing homes. These activities are mandated to evaluate facility performance and monitor the quality of care and services provided. S/he will participate in performing annual certification, recertification, state monitoring and off hour surveys at nursing homes; investigating all allegations of abuse, neglect, etc.; prepare written reports of investigative findings and prepare Statement of Deficiencies; participate in emergency surveys at Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF's); participate in State monitoring during Immediate Jeopardy situations; as well as other duties.This travel position cover facilities in Broome, Cortland, Lewis, Oswego, Tompkins, Cayuga, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Tioga, Chenango, Jefferson, Onondaga & St. Lawrence counties.QUALIFICATIONS:Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate positive customer satisfaction in situations that are adverse or in controversy.The ability to successfully work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills with the ability to relate effectively to providers, physicians, senior medical and administrative personnel, and residents/patients.Superior investigative and analytical skills with a proficiency in conducting interviews with facility staff, residents and families.Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new programs.The ability to obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) certification within 12 months of employment, required.Must have a valid driver's license & the ability to travel to on-site facilities review assignments, required.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:NYS Licensed, Registered Nurse, required.Two (2) years of experience in performing utilization review, claims adjudication, medical review, fraud investigation, surveillance or monitoring activities, required; ORThree (3) years of clinical or administrative experience, required; ORA Bachelor's degree in nursing and two (2) years of clinical or administrative experience, required.SMQT Certification, preferred.The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The annualized salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $75,000.00. Actual salary range and /or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget.The salary range and/or hourly rate listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.IPRO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expresssion, disability, protected veteran status or military status.