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HEALTH OCCUPATIONS INVESTIGATOR III

Lead Investigator

Recruitment #24-000839-0002

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Introduction

**THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS EMPLOYEES ONLY**

GRADE

ASTD16

LOCATION OF POSITION

Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD  21215

POSITION DUTIES

A Health Occupations Investigator III (HOI) III is the lead investigator in conducting confidential investigations of licensed physical therapy practitioners who have had complaints filed with the Board of Physical Therapy Examiners on alleged violations of the Maryland Physical Therapy Act.  The Lead Investigator is assigned the more technical, sensitive, and complex investigations and provides technical guidance, direction, and training to other investigators in investigatory procedures and techniques.

The HOI III gathers and evaluates factual information and information garnered from complainants, witnesses, and respondents, prepares and serves subpoenas for obtaining physical or documentary evidence and secures evidence such as medical records, diagnostic tests, photographs, video, etc. prepares clear, comprehensive, and detailed investigation reports so that the Board of Directors may make informed decisions regarding alleged violations of the Maryland Physical Therapy Act for possible referral to the Attorney General’s Office for prosecution. The Lead Investigator provides the Attorney General’s prosecutor's office with the information necessary to determine what actions to take as a result of the Board's referral.

The HOI III determines strategies necessary in compliance, complaints, and investigations, and identifies alternative resolutions where indicated, should have clear and concise communications relevant to duties utilizing the Board’s standardized operating procedures. The Lead Investigator follows up after investigative sanctions have been lifted if requested or required and demonstrates the ability to quickly and accurately retrieve investigative information if called upon to testify at formal and informal hearings. 

The HOI III should have a working knowledge of administrative law processes, interviewing, and investigative techniques, advanced knowledge of the Maryland Physical Therapy Act, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and the Freedom of Information Act. possess skills to ascertain facts through in-person or telecommunication interviews and observations. The HOI III should possess excellent time and project management skills, have experience making independent problem-solving decisions and possess the ability to multi-task. A professional demeanor and excellent communication skills are a must as well as the ability to work with the public with tact, understanding, fairness, without bias, and good judgment.

The Health Occupations Investigator III, at full performance level, leads and guides other investigators as needed, demonstrates leadership and proactivity to ensure continuity of operations. The HOI III receives supervision from the Health Occupations Investigator Supervisor (Compliance Administrator). This position is eligible for hybrid telework which is subject to approval from the supervisor.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework (40% = 2-days weekly) which is subject to approval from the supervis

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Seven years of experience conducting criminal investigations, including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree in the field of criminal justice, criminology, law enforcement or an allied health field, (such as nursing, pharmacy, psychology, social work, nutrition, dietetics, speech pathology, audiology) from an accredited college or university and three years of experience conducting criminal investigations, including the preparation of analyses and reports for use in legal proceedings for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Investigator, Police and Intelligence Specialist classifications or Investigator, Police and Intelligence specialty codes in the criminal investigation field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.  

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with project management
  • Experience with working with the public
  • Experience making independent problem-solving decisions
  • A working knowledge of administrative law processes and investigative techniques
  • Experience with interviewing and obtaining facts through in-person or telecommunication interviews and observations
  • Advanced knowledge of the Maryland Physical Therapy Act, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and the Freedom of Information Act

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

**THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS EMPLOYEES ONLY**

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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