Medical Certification Specialist 1 – 2 (Field Office 3)

About this Job The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.The Louisiana Department of Health, Office of the Secretary – Health Standards Section is seeking Medical Certification Specialists 1-2 to help ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of healthcare across our state. The Health Standards Section licenses and certifies over 8,500 healthcare providers and 35 provider types, playing a vital role in protecting the health and welfare of Louisiana citizens.This position is ideal for professionals with strong critical thinking, investigative skills, and a passion for public health. As a Medical Certification Specialist, you’ll gain specialized training and certifications, build deep knowledge of healthcare regulations, and make a meaningful difference in ensuring safe, high-quality care for hundreds of thousands of Louisiana residents.We encourage individuals seeking a challenging, rewarding career in healthcare regulation and public service to apply and join our team!Preference may be given to applicants who hold a current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license.Minimum Qualifications A current Louisiana license in a health services field, health regulation field, or social services field plus two years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services; ORA bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services; ORA master’s degree in a health services field, health regulation field, or a social services field plus one year of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found .Job Duties and Other InformationJob Duties:

• Conduct on-site surveys and complaint investigations of healthcare facilities to determine compliance with state and federal regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid standards.
• Review facility records, policies, and procedures to verify adherence to healthcare laws, rules, and quality of care requirements.
• Interview patients, residents, staff, and administrators to gather information about facility operations and service delivery.
• Prepare detailed reports, documentation, and recommendations based on survey and investigation findings.
• Provide guidance to facility administrators and staff on regulatory compliance and corrective actions when deficiencies are identified.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and federal/state agencies to ensure consistent application of certification and licensing requirements.

Position-Specific Details:
Location: Office of the Secretary / Health Standards / Field Office 3 parishes: Acadia, Calcasieu, Cameron, Iberia, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and Vermilion Parishes.
Travel Requirement: Frequent travel within Field Office 3 may be required.Appointment Type: Probationary, Promotional appointment, Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)Position Number(s): MultipleCareer Progression: This position may be filled as a Medical Certification Specialist 1 or 2 determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.Compensation: LDH/OS/Health Standards Section has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) for employees that are in possession of a valid Louisiana registered nurse license to practice professional nursing, a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state, or a licensed physician (Doctor of Medicine).SER – Medical Certification Specialist 1 – $36.56 hourly | $2,924.80 bi-weeklySER – Medical Certification Specialist 2 – $39.12 hourly | $3,129.60 bi-weeklyMedical Certification Specialist 2 – Premium Pay of $1.00 for certification in Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) for hours worked onlyShift Differentials (onsite survey hours worked only) – This position qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays.How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information: Deanda ThymesLA Department of Health (LDH)Division of Human ResourcesPO Box 4818Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-342-6477This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found atParental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found atHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran’s Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (

). LASERS has provided this to give you more detailed information about their system * Teacher’s Retirement System of Louisiana (
), * Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (
), among others

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