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Job Description
The Quality Assurance Auditor – SUD is responsible for planning and conducting regulatory and contractual compliance audits of providers delivering substance use and related disorder services across the State of Texas. This role verifies adherence to Health and Human Services (HHS/HHSC) requirements, contractual Statements of Work (SOWs), applicable Texas Administrative Code (TAC) provisions, and internal policies. The auditor drives quality improvement by tracking performance metrics, completing comprehensive reports, presenting findings, and partnering with providers on corrective action and sustainability.
- Responsibilities
Education and Experience
HS diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Behavioral Health, or related field is preferred.
Two (2) years ’ experience in healthcare quality, compliance/audit, utilization review, case management, or related function; SUD program experience strongly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
30–50% statewide travel across Texas, including driving and flying to provider locations. Travel may include overnight stays and
after
‑
hours
work based on audit scheduling needs.
Plan, schedule, and conduct full‑scope and targeted audits of SUD and related programs to verify compliance with HHSC regulations, contractual SOWs, and TAC requirements.
Validate service delivery against contractually required service levels, client/participant satisfaction, service capacity, access to services, populations served, evidence‑based practices, and timeframes.
Conduct on‑site visits across Texas to observe operations, perform data integrity checks across EHR/EMR systems, conduct facility walkthroughs, and evaluate environment of care.
Produce clear, timely audit reports detailing scope, findings, ratings, and risk prioritization.
Issue deficiency notices; collaborate with providers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
Verify PIP implementation and effectiveness through evidence reviews.
Present findings to providers, leadership, and network provider partners.
- Partner with provider network to align on standards and remediation.
Qualifications
Regulatory Acumen: Interprets and operationalizes HHSC requirements, SOWs, and TAC standards.
Audit Rigor: Applies structured methodologies, risk‑based sampling, and objective scoring.
Data‑Driven: Converts metrics into insights; monitors CAP effectiveness.
Communication & Influence: Writes crisp reports; presents to diverse audiences; builds provider buy‑in.
Field Readiness: Manages extensive travel; adapts to varied provider settings statewide.
Integrity & Judgment: Handles sensitive information; exercises impartial, evidence‑based decision‑making.
Continuous Improvement: Identifies system gaps; recommends pragmatic, sustainable fixes.
Required Skills
Benefits Overview
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Auditor – SUD is responsible for planning and conducting regulatory and contractual compliance audits of providers delivering substance use and related disorder services across the State of Texas. This role verifies adherence to Health and Human Services (HHS/HHSC) requirements, contractual Statements of Work (SOWs), applicable Texas Administrative Code (TAC) provisions, and internal policies. The auditor drives quality improvement by tracking performance metrics, completing comprehensive reports, presenting findings, and partnering with providers on corrective action and sustainability.
- Responsibilities
Education and Experience
HS diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Behavioral Health, or related field is preferred.
Two (2) years ’ experience in healthcare quality, compliance/audit, utilization review, case management, or related function; SUD program experience strongly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
30–50% statewide travel across Texas, including driving and flying to provider locations. Travel may include overnight stays and
after
‑
hours
work based on audit scheduling needs.
Plan, schedule, and conduct full‑scope and targeted audits of SUD and related programs to verify compliance with HHSC regulations, contractual SOWs, and TAC requirements.
Validate service delivery against contractually required service levels, client/participant satisfaction, service capacity, access to services, populations served, evidence‑based practices, and timeframes.
Conduct on‑site visits across Texas to observe operations, perform data integrity checks across EHR/EMR systems, conduct facility walkthroughs, and evaluate environment of care.
Produce clear, timely audit reports detailing scope, findings, ratings, and risk prioritization.
Issue deficiency notices; collaborate with providers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
Verify PIP implementation and effectiveness through evidence reviews.
Present findings to providers, leadership, and network provider partners.
- Partner with provider network to align on standards and remediation.
Qualifications
Regulatory Acumen: Interprets and operationalizes HHSC requirements, SOWs, and TAC standards.
Audit Rigor: Applies structured methodologies, risk‑based sampling, and objective scoring.
Data‑Driven: Converts metrics into insights; monitors CAP effectiveness.
Communication & Influence: Writes crisp reports; presents to diverse audiences; builds provider buy‑in.
Field Readiness: Manages extensive travel; adapts to varied provider settings statewide.
Integrity & Judgment: Handles sensitive information; exercises impartial, evidence‑based decision‑making.
Continuous Improvement: Identifies system gaps; recommends pragmatic, sustainable fixes.
Required Skills
Benefits Overview
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
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Who's Hiring
- Food Lion122
- Amazon24
- Smithfield Foods24
- Chromalloy20
- Peraton17
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals37
- Technology & Software34
- Healthcare & Medical Services34
- Manufacturing27
- Electronics & Hardware27
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead quality assurance analyst jobs.
- 5 or more years of QA experience with at least 1 year in a lead or senior role
- Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or Appium
- Proficiency in writing test plans, test cases, and defect reports for complex systems
- Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies and working alongside development teams
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into build processes
- ISTQB certification or equivalent quality assurance credential preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Lead Quality Assurance Analyst Job Search
Quantify defect reduction on your resume
Hiring managers for lead QA analyst roles want to see impact, not just duties. Replace vague bullets with metrics like defect escape rates you reduced or release cycles you shortened. Numbers make your quality ownership visible and credible.
List your automation frameworks explicitly
Many applicant tracking systems screen for specific tools before a human reads your resume. Name every framework you've used, Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Pytest, and the languages you write tests in. Burying them in a summary instead of a skills section costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead quality assurance analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that mention test strategy ownership
Lead QA analyst roles vary widely. Postings that say 'own the test strategy' or 'build the QA process from scratch' signal real leadership scope. Those roles develop your resume faster than ones where you're maintaining an existing framework someone else built.
Prepare to walk through a defect you escalated
Interviewers for lead QA roles consistently ask about a defect that reached production and what you did. Have a specific example ready that covers how you detected it, what you communicated to stakeholders, and what process change you put in place afterward.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify what QA tooling budget, team size, and release authority come with the lead title. Two roles with identical pay can differ enormously in actual influence. Getting those details before you sign prevents mismatched expectations within your first quarter.
Lead Quality Assurance Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead quality assurance analysts?
Food Lion, Amazon, and Smithfield Foods are hiring the most lead quality assurance analysts right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially active in software product companies and healthcare technology organizations scaling their release quality programs.
How many lead quality assurance analyst jobs are remote?
About 39% of lead quality assurance analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong employer flexibility in this discipline. Test automation and performance testing sub-specializations tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles that involve hands-on hardware or on-site compliance auditing more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a lead quality assurance analyst?
Start by building a foundation in manual testing as a QA analyst or QA engineer, learning to write test cases and file detailed defect reports. Progress by adding automation skills in at least one major framework, then take on cross-functional responsibilities like owning a test strategy or mentoring junior testers. Earning an ISTQB certification signals readiness for the lead designation to most hiring teams.
Can you get hired as a lead quality assurance analyst without direct lead experience?
Yes, but you need to surface informal leadership clearly on your resume. Candidates who have mentored teammates, authored the team's test plan, or led a defect triage process often get considered even without a formal lead title. Frame those contributions explicitly rather than leaving them buried inside a standard QA role description, and be ready to discuss them in detail during screening.
What does the lead quality assurance analyst interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool familiarity, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past test strategy or write test cases for a sample feature. A final round typically involves a panel with engineering and product stakeholders who assess how you communicate quality risk and prioritize testing scope under tight release schedules.
Where can I find and apply to lead quality assurance analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to lead quality assurance analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location or remote arrangement, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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