Posting number: OS/DRT/226238
Department: LDH-Office of Secretary
Job classification: MEDICAL CERTIFICATION SPECIALIST 1
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration, Health Services, Social Services, Nursing, Miscellaneous
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Positions maybe filled in the following Field Office 2 parishes: East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana
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 will be given to applicants who hold a current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license.
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; OR
A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in hospital or nursing home administration, health services, health regulation, or social services; OR
A 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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
Frequent travel within field office 2 may be required.
Location: Office of the Secretary / Health Standards / Field Office 2 parishes: East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana
Appointment Type: Probationary, Promotional appointment, Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)
Position Number(s): Multiple
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Medical Certification Specialist 1 or 2determined 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).
Medical Certification Specialist 1 - $36.56 hourly | $2,924.80 bi-weekly
Medical Certification Specialist 2 – $39.12 hourly | $3,129.60 bi-weekly
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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Deanda Thymes
Deanda.Thymes@la.gov
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477
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