Medical Facility Surveyor

Healthcare Management Solutions, LLC

. Conduct on-site Initial, Recertification, Revisit and/or Desk Audit, Complaint, Focus, and Pilot surveys of long-term care and non-long-term care medical facility programs throughout the United States and Territories .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting CMS surveys and maintaining compliance with Medicare regulations, while effectively documenting findings and coordinating with Quality Assurance staff. Possesses strong critical thinking and decision-making skills essential for identifying deficiencies and opportunities for improvement in long-term care facilities.

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CMS Survey ExperienceSurveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT)Licensed RNBachelor’s DegreeCritical Thinking Skills

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Hard Skills

Deficiency ReportingDocumentation SkillsRegulatory ComplianceSurvey Process ImprovementDecision Making

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Laptop TechnologyTablet Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

CMS TrainingLicensed RN

Industry Keywords

Long-Term CareQuality AssuranceMedicare RegulationsState Operations ManualHMS Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct on-site Initial, Recertification, Revisit and/or Desk Audit, Complaint, Focus, and Pilot surveys of long-term care and non-long-term care medical facility programs throughout the United States and Territories
Conduct surveys in accordance with the State Operations Manual
Complete deficiency reports in accordance with the Principles of Documentation and the HMS Master Writing Guide
Maintain client-established deadlines and timeframes
Clearly link identified deficient practices with associated regulations
Document survey findings accurately using laptop or tablet computer technology
Report Immediate Jeopardy Condition-level findings and Substandard Quality of Care findings to appropriate Quality Assurance staff
Coordinate with Quality Assurance staff to ensure findings are adequately documented and defensible before submission to CMS or SSA
Submit documentation according to established deadlines
Maintain current knowledge of CMS and HMS policies and procedures, Medicare regulations, and CMS QSO memoranda
Identify opportunities for improvement in the survey process and communicate them to leadership staff
Accept survey assignments as needed and as directed by CMS and HMS

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience completing CMS surveys is required
Required CMS training for provider type/s which you have interest in surveying
Ability to critically think and be competent in decision making skills
Ability to perform all facility required tasks
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preference given to registered nurse, LPN's, licensed social workers, dietitians
Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) qualification for LTC surveyors
Licensed RN is preferred
Ability to pass federal background check
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for Visa sponsorship
Extensive travel availability
Ability to use laptop or tablet computer technology for documentation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive employee benefits package
PTO accrual
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Opportunities for advancement and/or cross training
Flexible schedule for casual employment
Minimal out-of-pocket travel expenses because travel arrangements are made by the company travel department