HSCRC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

9990

Maryland Department of Health
Health Services Cost Review Commission
4160 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21215

The Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission seeks a dynamic and innovative Executive Director to oversee and direct Commission staff as the State enters the Second Phase of the All-Payer Model approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.  The Executive Director will lead staff in developing, refining, and implementing Commission-approved policy geared toward achieving its legislative mandate of providing maximum efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of quality and affordable health care to Maryland citizens. This position requires strong quantitative, analytical, negotiation, leadership, and decision-making skills.  The Commission is an independent agency of Maryland government and is unique in the U.S. because it sets hospital rates for self-pay and commercial patients as well as for Medicaid and Medicare patients as a result of its waiver from Medicare’s Prospective Payment System. This position is responsible for, among other things:

·       Providing leadership and support to engage providers (including hospitals, physicians nursing homes, and others), payers, consumers, private parties and other components of government in transforming the health care delivery system in support of the goals of the proposed Total Cost of Care Model, which builds on the current All-Payer Model;

·       Supervising the administration and operation of the Commission and its $15.4 million annual operating budget;

·       Directing the activities of a 47-member staff that includes economists, accountants, statisticians, health policy analysts, and computer and data management personnel in the development of health payment and delivery transformation activities, Commission policy, and value-based payment methodologies;

·       Testifying before the Maryland General Assembly;

·       Conducting negotiations with hospital and third party payer representatives;

·       Responding to press and public inquiries; and

·       Working closely with related State and federal agencies.

The position provides an extraordinary opportunity for a highly motivated individual interested in advancing the State of Maryland as this nation’s leader in providing better quality health care both within and beyond the hospital setting at a lower cost. The Commission has now achieved or exceeded the goals established with the federal government relative to the first phase of the All-Payer Model. Success in Phase 2 of the Model, and any subsequent model, will require bold leadership from the Commission and its staff.

Master’s Degree in Health Care Policy, Public Policy, Economics, Health Services Administration or Research, Finance, or a closely related field with seven years of experience involving both analytical and quantitative work in health policy development, health economics or health care financing.  A Ph.D. can substitute for 3 years of experience.  Experience in the successful direction of a health-related professional staff is desirable.  Ten years of experience in the above fields may substitute for the education requirements.

Strong leadership, negotiating, analytical and quantitative capabilities to actively oversee and direct the functions of the Commission, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and interact with Commissioners, industry representatives, policy makers, and the public. Strong writing and public speaking capabilities are essential.  The candidate requires a working knowledge of hospital payment systems (including Maryland’s All-Payer System) and experience in statewide or national health care policy making. 

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.