Review Vacancy
TitleHealth Systems Specialist 2 (Nutrition) - 46890
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $67897 to $86140 Annually
Minimum Qualifications "Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current DOH employee with permanent status as a Health Systems Specialist 2 (Nutrition), G-20 OR Current New York State employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent service in a position G-18 or higher, and eligible for 70.4 transfer (must pass exam by meeting provisional qualifications below).
Provisional Appointment: Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and two years of clinical experience in a licensed and/or certified health facility or program* OR utilizing clinical knowledge in the review or oversight of clinical services for reimbursement or quality assurance purposes. * Examples of qualifying health facilities and programs include hospitals, nursing homes, adult homes, ambulatory care facilities, managed care organizations, psychiatric centers, developmental centers, diagnostic and treatment centers, home health care agencies, assisted living facilities, alcoholism and substance abuse treatment facilities, and community based agencies that serve the developmentally disabled. Experience as a private practitioner or in a physician’s office is NOT considered qualifying.
Preferred Qualifications: Must have strong interpersonal, problem solving, decision-making and time management skills; and the ability to work independently, take initiative, and to communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the ideal candidate must have excellent writing and editing skills and be able to effectively interpret laws and regulations governing Adult Care Facilities (ACF) and assisted living facilities in New York State.
Duties Description The incumbent will be responsible for conducting surveillance activities including onsite surveys and complaint investigations of Adult Care Facilities (ACF) either independently or as part of an interdisciplinary survey team by observing and evaluating resident care against established standards and for evaluating ACF compliance with Federal, State and Department regulations and policies. The incumbent will serve as the nutrition services expert for other survey staff; Discuss with staff from the ACF concerning the quality of their existing programs; Participate in the investigation of incidents or complaints in facilities; Participate in medical reviews and other audit mechanisms to determine the adequacy and suitability of services in meeting the needs of their residents; Participate in other program-related activities as needed.
Additional Comments This position will at times requires long distance and overnight travel including to locations that may not be serviced by public transportation and proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
"Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.. "
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Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference LD/HSS2NUTR/46890 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, LD/HSS2NUTR/46890, 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.