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HEALTH POLICY ANALYST I

Recruitment #24-002418-0020

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Introduction

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Medicaid Provider Services Administration, PRD
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201 

Main Purpose of Job

This position's primary goal is to review, analyze, investigate, and create provider policies and programs to solve high-priority issues within the Provider Resolution Division. To fulfill its responsibilities, this position will analyze and develop recommendations regarding provider activities governed by the policy, procedures, and regulations; establish internal communication materials; facilitate data-driven communications, analysis, and process coordination across Administrations regarding provider policy and compliance; prepare reports summarizing research findings; analyze data to support policy, program, and service development; and plan, coordinate new policy implementation projects. This position will be the main analyst, collaborating closely with the Assistant Director, Deputy Director, Director of Medicaid Provider Services, MDH executives, and a wide range of Medicaid program workers.

This position may represent the Assistant Director at internal and external meetings to articulate provider policy needs and justifications for implementation decisions. This position serves as a liaison for internal and external entities, both public and private, regarding the Medicaid Program, which provides services to the provider community, the Maryland Department of Health Services (MDHS), and other Maryland Department of Health (MDH) administrations, concerning non-payment issues concerning recipient eligibility and Long Term Care (LTC). This position serves as the key information resource for internal staff, the provider community, and fiscal representatives who make inquiries and file complaints about policy and processes that affect claim nonpayment. This position develops, advises, and participates in training programs related to the Medicaid Program; identifies methods for cost avoidance; participates in system development projects, audits, investigations, and utilization reviews of the Medicaid Program for quality assurance; and makes recommendations on unusual situations regarding policy interpretation. 

Additionally, this position must train, direct and instruct lower-level staff and service providers by applying and interpreting Medical Assistance regulations and policies. This position may operate in a hybrid manner, meaning job duties may be performed both remotely and on-site (e.g., 80% remote, 20% onsite), based on the designated telework schedule/plan that best fits the unit and or otherwise directed by the Appointing Authority, as well as other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:    A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.

Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:
  • Experience with state Medicaid eligibility
  • Customer service experience
  • Experience with Federal/State health insurance program policies

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

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. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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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