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DEPUTY DIRECTOR, PAYMENT REFORM & INNOVATION

HSCRC DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Recruitment #23-009247-0001

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GRADE

HSCR 0009

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Health Services Cost Review Commission
4160 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) seeks a Deputy Director to lead the HSCRC’s value-based reimbursement programs and support the agency’s program and policy development under the State’s Total Cost of Care Model (the TCOC Model). The HSCRC is the State agency responsible for regulating the quality and cost of hospital services in order to ensure all Marylanders have access to high quality healthcare services. The HSCRC also leads the State’s efforts under the TCOC Model. The TCOC model is a unique arrangement with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) whereby Maryland seeks to progressively transform care delivery across the health care system with the objective of improving health and quality of care. The TCOC Model is an innovative approach that tests potential future changes to national health care delivery and health payment policies. This position requires strong analytical, leadership, management, and decision-making skills.

This position will:
  • Develop and manage programs to support care transformation in the state of Maryland, including the State's Episode Quality Improvement and Care Transformation Initiative value-based programs.   
  • Represent the agency in discussions of these programs with hospitals, physicians and other stakeholders. 
  • Develop policy framework and program tracks and protocols, in conjunction with CMS and other stakeholders with a particular focus on policies to promote investments in population health in the State. 
  • Work with HSCRC Staff in developing, implementing, updating, and amending payment methodologies designed to reduce per capita costs, and increase quality of care.  
  • Design, conduct, evaluate, and report results of analytical studies related to innovative population-based payment system matters and other key health policy issues related to TCOC Model.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The Deputy Director for Payment Reform and Innovation will operate within the HSRC’s multidisciplinary team, therefore a specific background is not required.  Instead, the candidate should possess a strong background in the fundamentals of healthcare along with Master’s level education and/or relevant expertise in one or more of the following areas:

  • Health policy, public health or similar field, experience with value-based program design and/or CMMI programs and policy is a particular plus.
  • Health economics, health finance or similar field, experience with value-based program design and evaluation is a particular plus.
  • Care delivery and care delivery management, experience in outcomes evaluation, quality measurement and/or care delivery transformation is a particular plus.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should have strong leadership, negotiating, analytical and quantitative capabilities to actively oversee and direct the functions of the Commission. The preferred candidate should be able to effectively communicate and interact with Commissioners, industry representatives, policy makers, and the public. Lastly, the preferred candidate should have  Strong writing and public speaking capabilities, and have experience with per capita costs and payment models.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume and cover letter must accompany your application. The resume and cover letter should be uploaded in one file, under the resume section of the 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. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. 

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information 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.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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