Duties Description Under general supervision, this position is responsible for conducting investigations of licensed professionals under the jurisdiction of the Office of Professional Medical Conduct utilizing their medical training and expertise to advance the process appropriately. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Investigate complaints and develop an investigative plan for cases involving violations of Public Health Law Section 230, comply with the standards outlined in the investigative operations manual, complete medical record reviews and document findings and recommendations according to policies and procedures in investigative report, conduct in-person and telephone interviews of complainants, licensees and fact witnesses, draft correspondence to subjects of investigation in compliance with Public Health Law Section 230, obtain and review confidential data which may be necessary to locate subjects of investigation, review and summarize all previous OPMC investigations of the subject physician, document all investigative actions using the established OPMC protocol and maintain the OPMC database for case management, prepare investigative summary of all actions including recommendation for disposition of cases, prepare correspondence to complainant and physician advising of disposition of case, as appropriate, prepare and present cases before Investigation Committee of the Board for Professional Medical Conduct when evidence of misconduct is identified, obtain and evaluate documentary evidence and medical/QA records as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service as a Health Care Surveyor 3 (Nursing) and able to meet the below minimum qualifications.

Non-Competitive Candidates: Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and three years of post-licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience.

Substitution: a bachelor's degree in nursing can substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master's degree in nursing can substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong computer skills, including experience using databases. Ability to interpret written communications from the public and others. Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Knowledge of infection control processes and requirements.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate's favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

The posted salary range $136,371 - $147,921 includes a statutory hiring rate at step 4 of $11,340, a Geographic Pay Differential of $35,000 and a Downstate Adjustment of $4,150.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

Name Human Resources Management Group, SM/HCS3/59699



Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to [email protected], with Reference SM/HCS3/59699 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SM/HCS3/59699, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.