LTCR Nursing Facilities Pharmacist Surveyor
Texas Health and Human Services · Houston, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $112,354 / year
- Houston, TX
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Job highlights
- Survey long-term care facilities for compliance.
- Utilize pharmacy expertise for investigations.
- Write detailed reports on violations.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams statewide.
- Requires extensive travel up to 80%.
About the role
About Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Job Overview
Functional Title: LTCR Nursing Facilities Pharmacist Surveyor
Job Title: Pharmacist I
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Rgn 06-Regulatory Services
Posting Number: 17933
Closing Date: 08/10/2026
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Range: $9,362.85 - $11,864.50 Monthly
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27
Shift: Day
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 80%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Job Location City: HOUSTON
Job Location Address: 5425 POLK ST
Purpose of the Role
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you! Nursing Facilities Pharmacist Surveyor – Starting Market Rate Salary $112,354.20
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, participates as a team member or team coordinator utilizing expertise in the area of pharmacy in inspections, certification surveys, and investigations in Long Term Care facilities to determine compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and rules. Specializes in the following discipline: Pharmacy. This position offers a competitive starting salary; excellent state benefits, including health insurance and retirement; and the opportunity to regularly travel to different facilities within a region and across the state. In this front-line field position, a surveyor is mobile and flexible and performs minimal work at an office, though the role does require writing reports detailing any deficiencies/violations against a facility and narrative to support regulatory determinations.
State of Texas Employee Benefits
The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
- Conducts certification surveys, licensure inspections, or investigations in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state regulations. Completes inspection/survey reports listing deficiencies.
- Communicates on a complex level with others (internally or externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve problems or complaints.
- Testifies at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.
- Visits facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory deficiencies/violations.
- Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings.
- Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others (for example, publications, assessments, reports).
- Acts as subject matter expert (SME) for other regional survey teams statewide.
- In the event of emergency licensure action, be available to assist with non-skilled care and oversight to residents in a facility. If the employee is a current registered or licensed nurse, there is a potential for skilled care.
- Be available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)
- Knowledge of pharmacology principles and procedures and of the laws and regulations pertaining to the receipt, storage, and dispensation of drugs.
- Knowledge of professional standards of patient care.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with team members and others.
- Ability to multi-task and track multiple activities with competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to evaluate drug therapies.
- Skill in operating personal computers and software.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications
- Must be licensed as a pharmacist by the State of Texas and be in good standing with the Texas State board of Pharmacy.
- Must have Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) Certification or obtain within 12 months of hire.
Additional Information
- Experience in a Long-Term Care Regulatory program preferred.
- Flexibility in work hours is required for this position. The job requires 80% travel, including statewide travel, overnight, and weekend travel. On-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers may be required. Must have reliable transportation.
- All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
- If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.
- If you are offered and accept the position, you will not be permitted to continue employment at any HHSC regulated facilities or providers. You will be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, secondary employment, volunteer activities, and friends/family who own, operate, or work at regulated providers.
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Military Personnel
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
Key Skills/Competency
- Pharmacist Surveyor
- Long Term Care Facilities
- Regulatory Compliance
- State and Federal Laws
- Pharmacy Operations
- Drug Dispensation
- Patient Care Standards
- Report Writing
- Investigations
- Healthcare Auditing
Skills & topics
- Pharmacist Surveyor
- Long Term Care
- Healthcare Compliance
- Regulatory Affairs
- Pharmacy
- Drug Dispensation
- Patient Care
- State Government
- Health Services
- Texas HHSC
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Texas pharmacist license and any experience in Long-Term Care regulatory programs. Emphasize your knowledge of pharmacology and patient care standards.
- Emphasize relevant skills: Showcase your ability to interpret patient data, evaluate drug therapies, and your strong communication and independent work ethic.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your understanding of state and federal laws governing drug receipt, storage, and dispensation in healthcare facilities.
- Highlight compliance experience: Detail any experience conducting inspections, surveys, or investigations, and your ability to write clear, concise reports on findings.
- Demonstrate flexibility: Express your willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 80%), work flexible hours, and be available for on-call duties.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Pharmacist Surveyor at Texas HHSC?
- As a Pharmacist Surveyor for Long Term Care Facilities at Texas HHSC, your primary role involves conducting certification surveys, licensure inspections, and investigations to ensure facilities comply with state and federal laws. You'll use your pharmacy expertise to evaluate drug therapies, report deficiencies, and testify in legal proceedings when necessary. This role also involves quality assurance reviews and acting as a subject matter expert statewide.
- What qualifications are essential for the Pharmacist Surveyor position in Houston?
- To be considered for the Pharmacist Surveyor role, you must hold a current and valid pharmacist license from the State of Texas. Experience as a pharmacist, particularly in interpreting patient data and medication needs, is crucial. Additionally, you'll need to obtain Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) Certification within 12 months of hire.
- How much travel is involved in the LTCR Nursing Facilities Pharmacist Surveyor job?
- This position requires significant travel, up to 80% of the time. This includes statewide travel, which may involve overnight stays and weekend work. You must have reliable transportation to fulfill these travel requirements.
- What benefits does Texas HHSC offer its employees?
- Texas HHSC provides a comprehensive benefits package. This includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Employees also have access to 401(k) and 457 Programs.
- What is the salary range for a Pharmacist Surveyor at HHSC?
- The salary for the LTCR Nursing Facilities Pharmacist Surveyor position ranges from $9,362.85 to $11,864.50 per month, with a starting market rate salary of $112,354.20 annually. The exact salary will depend on qualifications and experience.
- Is telework an option for this Pharmacist Surveyor role?
- No, this specific Pharmacist Surveyor position is not eligible for telework. It is a front-line field position that requires extensive travel and on-site work at various facilities.
- What is the application deadline for the Pharmacist Surveyor job?
- The closing date for applications for the Pharmacist Surveyor position is August 10, 2026. Interested candidates should submit their applications before this date.