Job Information
State of Minnesota Investigator - Health & Teacher Licensing in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Investigator
Job Class: Legal Assistant 5, 6, or 7
Agency: Attorney General's Office
Job ID : 77860
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/25/2024
Closing Date : 07/09/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Attorney General's Office
Division/Unit : Attorney Gen. / Health&TeacherLicensing
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
LA5Salary Range: $25.14 - $37.60 / hourly; $52,492 - $78,508 / annually
LA6Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
LA7Salary Range: $31.61 - $47.69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Office of the Minnesota Attorney General is seeking a highly capable individual with the skills and drive to work on behalf of the public in improving the quality of healthcare for all Minnesotans by investigating complaints received by the state’s health-related licensing boards alleging misconduct by healthcare providers. The Office's Health and Teacher Licensing Division represents Minnesota’s 16 health-related licensing boards in litigation and administrative actions related to the boards’ licensure and regulatory oversight of healthcare providers. Key functions of this position include collaborating with assistant attorneys general and board staff, obtaining and reviewing records, conducting interviews of witnesses and licensees, and drafting reports summarizing investigative findings.
Investigators conduct civil investigations on behalf of the health-related licensing boards into allegations of misconduct by healthcare providers. Complaints against healthcare providers generally involve allegations of substandard practice, unprofessional or unethical conduct, fraudulent or abusive billing, improper prescribing of controlled substances, sexual misconduct, or violation of professional boundaries with patients. Investigators review complaints against healthcare providers; collaborate with assistant attorneys general and board staff; evaluate and analyze documents, such as medical records, billing records, and employment records; interview complainants, patients, witnesses, and healthcare providers who are the subject of complaints; draft reports summarizing investigative findings; and sometimes work with attorneys to prepare cases for evidentiary hearings or trials.
This position may be eligible for hybrid work environment with some days in the office required.
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of demonstrable similar experience
· Ability to perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of professionalism
· Proven ability to show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office
· Demonstrated skill in
o Research and writing
o Critical thinking
o Communication
To be considered at the Legal Assistant 6 (LA6) level applicants must have 5 or more years related experience.
To be considered at the Legal Assistant 7 (LA7) level applicants must have 10 or more years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Education or experience in healthcare
Education or experience in civil or administrative investigations
Knowledge of medical terminology, medical recordkeeping, and prescribing practices
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds
Additional Requirements
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education / License Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.