68000614 - AUDIT EVALUATION & REVIEW ANALYST

Requisition No: 838293 

Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration

Working Title: 68000614 - AUDIT EVALUATION & REVIEW ANALYST

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 68000614 

Salary:  $1,794.92 biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 10/08/2024 

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Where You Will Work:

This position is situated in the Bureau of Central Services within the Division of Health Care Policy and Oversight. The Bureau provides services and support to the facility licensure function of the Agency and is comprised of four units: the Background Screening Unit, the Financial Analysis Unit, the Central Intake Unit, and the Systems, Training, and Support Unit. These units are responsible for the receipt and distribution of all health care facility applications and processing of associated fees; the background screening of facility owners, administrators, personnel, and Medicaid providers, and other personnel working with Florida’s vulnerable population; the financial analysis and financial data collection of health care facilities; and the systems management, data support and training within the Division of Health Care Policy and Oversight.

The Work You'll Do:

The incumbent in this position will report directly to the manager of the Financial Analysis Unit and performs the following duties:

PFA - Perform proof of financial ability to operate (PFA) reviews for Home Health Agencies, Nurse Registries, Home Medical Equipment companies, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, Clinics, Hospices, Hospitals, and all other health care entities that are required to submit PFA as part of the Agency’s licensure processes.  May require new or additional data to identify issues and omissions with the PFA filings.  Uses statistical data for comparisons and to reach conclusions.  Provides information and technical assistance to applicants and licensure units on PFA issues, including testifying in hearings on the process and procedures used to reach conclusions in the PFA review.

CON - Perform the financial review portion of CON applications which includes an analysis of the applicant’s ability to fund the project, the feasibility of the project, and an analysis of any cost savings as a result of increase competition due to the project.  Understand the concept of hospital grouping, including case mix and be able to testify in hearings on the process and procedures used to reach conclusions in the CON review.  Assist the CON analyst in evaluating and compiling statistical data from both internal and external sources.

FHURS/FNHURS - Audits, analyzes, and presents findings of the financial statements, actual reports, and other related data submitted by hospitals and nursing homes to the Agency.  May require new or additional data to facilitate an investigative approach to problems with the FHURS/FNHURS reports, and other submitted data.  Uses statistical data for comparisons and to reach conclusions.  Draft correspondence and final orders related to FHURS/FNHURS reviews, PMATF assessments, and HCRA eligibility.  Provides information and technical assistance to hospitals.

Assist with special projects and perform other reviews such as Gold Seal financial eligibility and Escrow accounts for exemption from the patient compensation fund. Maintains and organizes all files for PFA reviews, CON reviews, nursing home FNHURS reviews and hospital FHURS reviews assigned to the position.

All of the above is required in this position to maintain a current knowledge base on all regulations that affect the financial feasibility of health care entities regulated by the agency including issues and trends in Medicaid and Medicare rate setting.  A thorough understanding of economics, accounting, and statistical analysis is also necessary to accomplish the above duties and responsibilities.  Develop ways to increase the efficiency of reviews by utilizing computer programs and standardized processes.

Assists with the orientation and professional development of new and existing staff members as directed by the supervisor and all other duties assigned.

This position will be hired at the minimum salary of $1,794.92 biweekly and is non-negotiable.

Benefits 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:

      •         State Group Insurance Coverage Options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

     •         Flexible Spending Accounts;

     •         State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions;

     •         Generous annual and sick leave benefits;

     •         9 paid holidays a year and 1 Personal Holiday each year;

     •         Career advancement opportunities;

     •         Tuition waiver for courses offered by Florida’s nationally ranked State University System ;

     •         Training and professional development opportunities;

     •         And more!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of health care facility regulations, particularly rules and statutes associated with PFA reviews and rate setting. 

Understanding of GAAP accounting and GAAS concepts. 

Computer literacy, particularly in Excel. 

Ability to communicate effectively with non-accountants and CPAs on financial issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of experience in accounting is required.

Preference will be given to candidates with a CPA license which can substitute for the required experience and/or a bachelor’s degree in accounting which can substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

N/A

CONTACT:    RYAN FITCH (850) 412-3797

BACKGROUND SCREENING:

It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S.  No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.  Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.

The 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.