Healthcare Data Analyst - Two Positions (Health Services Policy Analyst)

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Data & Integrated Systems

Bureau: Strategic & Performance Analytics

Classification: Health Services Policy Analyst (PN 20037738 & 20047430)

Job Overview:

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking to fill two analyst positions in our Strategic Analytics Team. These positions will support the ongoing efforts of the agency as it transforms healthcare delivery in the state into a person-centered enterprise. They will provide the right candidates with the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to the development of new processes that inform the health care of three million Ohioans. The two positions available are:

Data Visualization Analyst (PN 20037738) -

• Develops best practices that drive improved health outcomes across the state

• Assists in communicating data and metrics to a variety of stakeholders as part of ODM’s Data Visualization Team

• Attends meetings to assist in the development of tools, metrics, dashboards, and models to aid policy decision-making

• Completes continuing education to ensure agency visualization practices conform to modern standards

• Prepares reports related to state and federal requirements

• Familiarity with healthcare data, specifically medical claims and eligibility, is a plus

• Experience with at least one data visualization tool is preferred

Healthcare Data Analyst (PN 20047430) -

• Delivers and maintains key reports related to eligibility and enrollment of special populations, especially to support Women Infants and Children (WIC) and CHIP programming

• Contributes to policy discussions related to state and federal eligibility and provider reimbursement updates

• Assists in the application of probabilistic matching to ensure appropriate coverage of selected multi-system populations (experience with LinkPlus preferred but not required)

• Attends meetings to assist in the development of tools, metrics, dashboards, and models to aid in policy decision-making

• Conducts literature reviews to identify and implement best practices in program oversight

• Responds to data requests from internal and external stakeholders

• Prepares reports related to state and federal requirements
  

The ideal candidates will be familiar with relational databases and demonstrate experience with data analysis. They will be self-directed and enthusiastic about conducting research to enhance program evaluation and oversight. Those from a variety of backgrounds including but not limited to data analytics, public health, public administration, business administration, information technology, sociology, and political science are encouraged to apply.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.

• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.

• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.

• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.

• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.
  
  

Completion of undergraduate core coursework & 12 mos. exp. in one of following\: health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics, public health, or comparable field; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & word processing; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis.

-Or completion of graduate core coursework in health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics or comparable field; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & word processing; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Data Analytics

Technical Skills: Health Administration, Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Statistics/Mathematics

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Innovation, Interpreting Data, Analyzation

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.