REGULATORY SPECIALIST II - 64080536

Requisition No: 846568 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST II - 64080536

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64080536 

Salary:  $16,000-$19,000/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/14/2025 

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Division of Medical Quality Assurance

Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation

Board of Medicine

Half Time Regulatory Specialist II

Open Competitive Opportunity

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Incumbents in this position will make an immediate and meaningful impact in the lives of Floridians. They perform duties that guarantee qualified health care professionals can work in the state, so Floridians have access to the health care they need to lead healthier lives. Incumbents also support those currently working in health care professions who are so critical in our current and any future public health emergency by increasing the number of qualified health care professionals who can practice in the state.

Incumbents will work in a professional, administrative setting in the Florida Board of Medicine and perform duties like school registrars, medical records, billing, or coding specialists; office administrators, executive or administrative assistants, data entry clerks, or other positions who ensure compliance with regulations or rules and provide professional assistance to members of the public.

The incumbent will report to and assist the Regulatory Supervisor with specific duties and responsibilities related to evaluating and determining eligibility for licensure applications such as:

• Independently performs duties related to the ongoing licensing of physicians in accordance with Chapters 456 and 458, F.S. and 64B8, F.A.C.  Promotes the Department of Health's policies on developing and maintaining an effective working relationship with others. Treats customers, the public and co-workers with courtesy, respect, dignity, fairness, honesty, and presents a positive public image.
• Independently processes and maintains physicians’ electronic prescribing requests, requests to relinquish the Florida medical license administratively voluntarily, office closures / relocations, NICA questions, NICA retired affidavits, NICA judgements, internal liaison for dishonored checks.
• Corresponding with applicants via writing to clarify concerns, to obtain additional information, to explain relevant statutes, applicable board rules, or processing procedures; and/or to notify of deficiencies and application status.
• Being responsible for ensuring the accuracy of licensure information in the LEIDS database and reporting any errors to the supervisor.
• Maintaining an electronic filing system through the document repository.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data. 
• Ability to investigate, analyze and resolve complaints. 
• Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals. 
• Ability to provide consultative assistance to others.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities. 
• Ability to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to establish and maintain dependable, effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to maintain pre-approved work schedule with minimal interruptions to workflow.

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those who meet the following minimum requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2 years’ experience that includes data entry, document preparation, computer software use, evaluating legal documents or evaluating documents for compliance with regulations, customer service, and/or handling sensitive information.
• College education can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Our office is located in the Southwood area of Tallahassee in the Capital Circle Office Complex at:

4042 Bald Cypress Way

Tallahassee, FL 32399

The 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:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

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.