Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Surveyor

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Quality Assurance Officer Opening Date:

April 30, 2026

Closing Date:

May 18, 2026

Job Class Code:

9248

Grade:

26 (Professional & Technical)

Salary:

$56,264.00 - $78,998.40 per year

Position Number:

02000-2254

Location:

Lewiston, Portland Augusta This position allows for partial telework with management approval. Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or

STEM OPT

extensions.

Core Responsibilities:

As a surveyor with DLC's Medical Facilities Unit, you will be the sole Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 ("CLIA") surveyor, performing laboratory inspections of both federally certified and state licensed medical laboratories across Maine. Your duties as the CLIA surveyor are to ensure medical laboratory services provided by hospitals, physicians' offices, and other lab locations in Maine comply with federal and state requirements. You will perform on-site routine inspections and complaint investigations. You will also provide consultation and guidance regarding regulatory compliance with both federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' ("CMS") Conditions of Participation, and with Maine State licensing requirements. This position does require statewide travel and occasional overnight stays. Additionally, an occasional night or weekend survey may be necessary.

You will also:

Complete reports, known as "Statements of Deficiencies," outlining any findings that facilities failed to comply with required rules/regulations; Interview complainants and witnesses; Participate in training, including mandatory online CMS training; All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, or directly related life science, and six (6) years of clinical laboratory experience. Comparable experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred candidates will also have:

A current registration as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or equivalent, by a national accrediting agency. Knowledge of quality assurance principles, including sample and data management, audit procedures, and data validation; Knowledge of federal and Maine regulatory requirements for healthcare facilities. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you're currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The mission of the Division of Licensing and Certification ("DLC") is to ensure Maine's citizens receive quality and effective health care and social services by developing and applying regulatory standards that help people have safe and appropriate

Application Information:

For questions about this position, please contact Anna Blackwell, Associate Director Medical Facilities Unit, at anna.blackwell@maine.gov Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.

Hernandez@Maine.gov Benefits of working for the

State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements . Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act . State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

Note:

Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.