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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.
Functional Title: Quality Assurance Spec II
Job Title: Quality Assurance Spec II
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Adm AcuteCarePsych Nursing
Posting Number: 18900
Closing Date: 09/13/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range: $3,793.41 - $5,921.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18
Shift: Regular Weekend Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location: Big Spring State Hospital
Job Location City: BIG SPRING
Job Location Address: 1901 N HIGHWAY 87
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: No military equivalent
Brief Job Description:
Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.
The Quality Assurance Specialist II (Quality Management (QM) Specialist) performs complex (journey-level) quality management work. Work involves assisting with planning, developing, and implementing departmental and hospital wide QM programs to include policy, QSO (Quality System Oversight) monitoring, Restraint/Seclusion processes, and other performance improvement activities. Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). Works with department and agency staff as well as external stakeholders. Provides guidance to others, as requested. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Reviews hospital policies, prepares and disseminates information to policy managers for review. Provides guidance and education with regard to organizational and statutory requirements as well as accreditation standards. Ensures policies are approved, updated, and posted for staff.
Coordinates quality improvement and monitoring programs as assigned (such as QSO, Utilization Management (UM), Facility Support Performance Improvement (FSPI), other). Independently completes all aspects of this process. Explains quality management findings and assists in developing performance improvement plans.
Compiles monthly samples, updates, and distributes audits in a timely manner. Provides education and support to auditors. Completes data entry within the time constraints provided. Aggregates data and compiles reports, as well as trend analysis information. Communicates regularly with the corresponding Central Administration program coordinator.
Serves as data oversight coordinator for assigned Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) indicators (such as restraint/seclusion, injuries/falls, Length of Stay (LOS), national benchmarks, Patient Tracers, etc.). Monitors documentation of incidents to include a tracking system. Aggregates data. Coordinates committee meetings, compiles all agenda documents. Compiles reports for hospital committees and Governing Body. Compiles trend analysis information compiled for the Quality Management Director.
Oversees the submission of reports to the Hospital Executive Committee and on to the appropriate committees of the State Hospital System Governing Body.
Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports and documents. Maintains filing and records management systems.
Completes other audit assignments as need arises (The Joint Commission monitoring, performance improvement projects, etc.).
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to program area.
Knowledge of TJC and CMS standards.
Knowledge of statistical analysis processes, research techniques, training techniques and project management processes.
Skills in interviewing and analyzing data.
Skills in the use of computer and applicable software.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and administer quality improvement programs.
Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to provide guidance to others.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
None
Initial Screening Criteria:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social services, nursing, psychology, or a related field and a minimum of six months experience.
OR
Associate degree and a minimum of twenty-four months experience required.
OR
No degree and a minimum of four years of experience required.
AND
Two years of experience in social services, psychiatric/health care, auditing or investigating work; and developing plans of correction.
Additional Information:
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
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. Download the I-9 Form.
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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Which companies sponsor visas for quality engineers in Texas?
Several large employers in Texas have consistent track records of sponsoring quality engineers. Texas Instruments in Dallas, Boeing and Lockheed Martin in the DFW area, and medical device manufacturers in Austin and Houston regularly file H-1B visa petitions for quality engineering roles. Oil and gas companies such as Halliburton and Schlumberger also sponsor quality engineers, particularly those with process or reliability engineering backgrounds.
Which cities in Texas have the most quality engineer sponsorship jobs?
Dallas-Fort Worth leads the state for quality engineer sponsorship jobs, driven by aerospace, defense, and electronics manufacturing. Houston is the primary hub for oil and gas and petrochemical quality roles. Austin has grown significantly due to semiconductor and consumer electronics expansion. San Antonio has a smaller but steady concentration of quality engineering positions tied to manufacturing and military-adjacent industries.
Which visa types are most common for quality engineer roles in Texas?
The H-1B is the most common visa for quality engineers in Texas, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Candidates from Australia may use the E-3 visa. Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue the TN visa under the USMCA, which covers quality engineers explicitly under the engineering professional category.
How to find quality engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
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Are there any Texas-specific factors quality engineers should know when seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas has a high concentration of quality engineering demand in industries with long sponsorship histories, including aerospace and defense in DFW and petrochemicals in Houston. Many large Texas employers have in-house immigration teams experienced with H-1B filings for engineering roles. Texas also hosts universities like UT Austin, Texas A&M, and Rice that feed engineering talent pipelines, meaning employers are accustomed to sponsoring recent graduates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored quality engineer jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.