68048722 - PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANT
Requisition No:
808427 Agency:
Agency for Health Care AdministrationWorking Title:
68048722 - PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANTPosition Number:
68048722 Salary:
$1,756.
72 - $2,000.
00 Biweekly Posting Closing Date:
08/15/2023 Advertisement InformationThe Agency for Health Care Administration is Florida's chief health policy and planning entity.
The Agency is responsible for administering the Florida Medicaid program, the licensure and regulation of nearly 50,000 health care facilities, and empowering consumers through health care transparency initiatives.
Under the direction of Agency Secretary Jason Weida, the Agency is focused on advancing Governor DeSantis' vision for Florida's health care system to be the most cost-effective, transparent, and high-quality health care system in the nation.
Agency Objectives:
HIGH QUALITYEmphasizing quality in all that we do to improve health outcomes, always putting the individual first.
TRANSPARENTSupporting initiatives that promote transparency and empower consumers in making well informed healthcare decisions.
COST-EFFECTIVELeveraging Florida's buying power in delivering high quality care at the lowest cost to taxpayers.
Position Overview:
The primary function of this position is to provide a high level of professional expertise to a complex multi-program survey process.
The survey of numerous kinds of health care facilities encompasses all aspects of the requirements for State licensure and Federal Certification.
This position may be required to perform these duties as a team leader, team member, or individually as assigned.
The position may also be assigned to a team coordinator other than the immediate supervisor, who will have technical guidance or control during the assignment only.
This position is required to successfully complete the Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test within the first 12 months of employment as required by section 1819(g)(2)(C)(ii) of the Social Security Act, as amended, and article IV(B) of the agreement pursuant to section 1864 of the Social Security Act.
Conducts surveys of health care and residential facilities for State Licensure and Federal Certification of the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
These responsibilities encompass activities such as reviewing facility files prior to the visit and coordinating with team members concerning objectives of the visit when applicable and making detailed observations of the facility and resident/patient/clients during the visit and documenting findings.
Ensures completion of all duties and responsibilities related to facility surveys form initial to final action including approval of corrective actions taken by health care facilities to rectify deficiencies cited.
Performs follow-up visits to evaluate correction of deficiencies within mandated timeframes.
Conducts complaint investigations to determine compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Prepared applicable reports upon completion of visit within mandated timeframes.
Responds to consumers, providers and the general public on inquiries received.
Performs other administrative functions, including the review of different reports to ensure accuracy prior to the supervisor's signature.
Assists the supervisor in the development of technical standards and reports, procedure manuals, educational and technical material and related professional information.
Trains staff in methods of performing surveys and complaint investigations.
Participates in professional developmental activities and job related training and educational course.
Performs related work as required.
A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work involved occurs daily and is time critical.
This individual is expected to report to work daily and on time.
Leave must be requested in advance except in emergency circumstances not under the control of the employee.
Working Hours:
Daily 8 AM to 5 PM; total hours in work week = 40 hours.
This position requires the incumbent to work after hours and on weekends occasionally due to emergencies affecting the residents/patients/clients of health care facilities or health care providers.
A COMPLETE BACKGROUND SCREENING INVESTIGATION IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTBenefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
oState Group Insurance Coverage Options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;oFlexible Spending Accounts;oState of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions;oGenerous annual and sick leave benefits;o9 paid holidays a year and 1 Personal Holiday each year;oCareer advancement opportunities;oTuition waiver for courses offered by Florida's nationally ranked State University System ;oTraining and professional development opportunities;oAnd more!KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of the principles of administration and managementKnowledge of State Licensure and Federal Certification requirementsKnowledge of computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve and manipulate data.
Knowledge of Nutritional Standards of practiceSkills in the techniques of oral communication, attentive listening, interview procedures, writing skills, team dynamics and methods of documentation review.
Skill in planning, organizing and coordination of work assignments to ensure timely completion of survey responsibilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to transport assigned equipment.
Ability to work before and after working hours, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to travel, with or without accommodation.
Dietician shall earn no less than 15 hours of required Continuing Educational Credits in Geriatric care prior to professional Licensure renewal.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSoMust be licensed as a dietitian/nutritionist in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
oA minimum of two years professional experience in clinical/public health nutrition.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSThe incumbent must meet the requirements outlined in Florida Statute Chapter 468 Part X or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Florida Administrative Code Chapter 64 B8-40-45, and/or registration as a dietitian as defined by the American Dietetic Association.
CONTACT:
KIMBERLY MINYARD 904-798-4533The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Recommended Skills Administration Clinical Works Communication Computer Equipment Health Administration Health Care System Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
808427 Agency:
Agency for Health Care AdministrationWorking Title:
68048722 - PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION CONSULTANTPosition Number:
68048722 Salary:
$1,756.
72 - $2,000.
00 Biweekly Posting Closing Date:
08/15/2023 Advertisement InformationThe Agency for Health Care Administration is Florida's chief health policy and planning entity.
The Agency is responsible for administering the Florida Medicaid program, the licensure and regulation of nearly 50,000 health care facilities, and empowering consumers through health care transparency initiatives.
Under the direction of Agency Secretary Jason Weida, the Agency is focused on advancing Governor DeSantis' vision for Florida's health care system to be the most cost-effective, transparent, and high-quality health care system in the nation.
Agency Objectives:
HIGH QUALITYEmphasizing quality in all that we do to improve health outcomes, always putting the individual first.
TRANSPARENTSupporting initiatives that promote transparency and empower consumers in making well informed healthcare decisions.
COST-EFFECTIVELeveraging Florida's buying power in delivering high quality care at the lowest cost to taxpayers.
Position Overview:
The primary function of this position is to provide a high level of professional expertise to a complex multi-program survey process.
The survey of numerous kinds of health care facilities encompasses all aspects of the requirements for State licensure and Federal Certification.
This position may be required to perform these duties as a team leader, team member, or individually as assigned.
The position may also be assigned to a team coordinator other than the immediate supervisor, who will have technical guidance or control during the assignment only.
This position is required to successfully complete the Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test within the first 12 months of employment as required by section 1819(g)(2)(C)(ii) of the Social Security Act, as amended, and article IV(B) of the agreement pursuant to section 1864 of the Social Security Act.
Conducts surveys of health care and residential facilities for State Licensure and Federal Certification of the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
These responsibilities encompass activities such as reviewing facility files prior to the visit and coordinating with team members concerning objectives of the visit when applicable and making detailed observations of the facility and resident/patient/clients during the visit and documenting findings.
Ensures completion of all duties and responsibilities related to facility surveys form initial to final action including approval of corrective actions taken by health care facilities to rectify deficiencies cited.
Performs follow-up visits to evaluate correction of deficiencies within mandated timeframes.
Conducts complaint investigations to determine compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Prepared applicable reports upon completion of visit within mandated timeframes.
Responds to consumers, providers and the general public on inquiries received.
Performs other administrative functions, including the review of different reports to ensure accuracy prior to the supervisor's signature.
Assists the supervisor in the development of technical standards and reports, procedure manuals, educational and technical material and related professional information.
Trains staff in methods of performing surveys and complaint investigations.
Participates in professional developmental activities and job related training and educational course.
Performs related work as required.
A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work involved occurs daily and is time critical.
This individual is expected to report to work daily and on time.
Leave must be requested in advance except in emergency circumstances not under the control of the employee.
Working Hours:
Daily 8 AM to 5 PM; total hours in work week = 40 hours.
This position requires the incumbent to work after hours and on weekends occasionally due to emergencies affecting the residents/patients/clients of health care facilities or health care providers.
A COMPLETE BACKGROUND SCREENING INVESTIGATION IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTBenefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
oState Group Insurance Coverage Options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;oFlexible Spending Accounts;oState of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions;oGenerous annual and sick leave benefits;o9 paid holidays a year and 1 Personal Holiday each year;oCareer advancement opportunities;oTuition waiver for courses offered by Florida's nationally ranked State University System ;oTraining and professional development opportunities;oAnd more!KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESKnowledge of the principles of administration and managementKnowledge of State Licensure and Federal Certification requirementsKnowledge of computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve and manipulate data.
Knowledge of Nutritional Standards of practiceSkills in the techniques of oral communication, attentive listening, interview procedures, writing skills, team dynamics and methods of documentation review.
Skill in planning, organizing and coordination of work assignments to ensure timely completion of survey responsibilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to transport assigned equipment.
Ability to work before and after working hours, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to travel, with or without accommodation.
Dietician shall earn no less than 15 hours of required Continuing Educational Credits in Geriatric care prior to professional Licensure renewal.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSoMust be licensed as a dietitian/nutritionist in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
oA minimum of two years professional experience in clinical/public health nutrition.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTSThe incumbent must meet the requirements outlined in Florida Statute Chapter 468 Part X or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Florida Administrative Code Chapter 64 B8-40-45, and/or registration as a dietitian as defined by the American Dietetic Association.
CONTACT:
KIMBERLY MINYARD 904-798-4533The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Recommended Skills Administration Clinical Works Communication Computer Equipment Health Administration Health Care System Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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