Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleMedicaid Redesign Analyst 2 (NY HELPS)- 94223

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Services Quality & Analytics\Clinical Center

ESP, Corning Tower 20th Floor

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, service as a Medicaid Redesign Analyst 2, SG23 OR Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive, status in a title SG21 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS: a bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience in the administration of a public health insurance program performing one or more of the following duties in a qualifying setting: participation in the development and/or implementation of the programs, policies, procedures, and/or regulations related to the delivery, reimbursement, eligibility, coverage, and/or payment of health care services; analyzing demographic, economic, financial, clinical usage, or clinical quality assurance data to improve the quality, availability, and/or efficiency of health care services; participating in the development, implementation, and/or oversight of health plan contracts with organizations that provide insurance coverage of health care services. Qualifying settings for this experience include, but are not limited to: health insurance companies; health research groups; local, state, and/or federal agencies; health policy think tanks; and health insurance exchanges. Examples of non-qualifying experience include answering phones; printing and copying; filing; data entry and word processing; office inventory management; database maintenance; opening, sorting, and routing mail; scheduling; and direct patient care activities.

Substitution: A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to work independently with excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Project Management experience is desired. Experience in staff supervision, managed care, public insurance programs, or quality measurement and improvement is beneficial.

Duties Description The Medicaid Redesign Analyst 2 will report to the Director of the Quality Oversight Unit within the Office of Health Services Quality & Analytics (OHSQA). The responsibilities will include assisting OHSQA with a variety of administrative and program tasks including communication with stakeholders, documentation and implementation of program policies and procedures, project management, data management, and quality assurance. More specifically, the responsibilities will include External Quality Review Organization contract management, and collaboration with the vendor contracted to complete external quality review (EQR) activities for the NYS Medicaid Program and staff involved in these activities. Management of the production process for the annual EQR technical report, including development of production timelines, tracking data and information collection and follow-up with staff, modification of timelines as needed, communication with stakeholders and subject-matter experts, collaborating with OHSQA and NYSDOH staff responsible for compiling data and information needed to produce technical reports, and other quality improvement processes. Monitor shared mailboxes and collaborate with Bureau and Unit directors in responding. Collaborate with OHSQA staff and the vendor contracted to provide EQR support in order to plan and implement Medicaid performance improvement activities. Manage and mentor staff through open communication, recommending training and development opportunities and utilizing performance management processes. Assist with OHSQA priorities, including other Unit and Bureau tasks as assigned.

Additional Comments Work hours and telecommuting availability (50% maximum) for this position will be discussed during the interview process, and are subject to operational needs and the telecommuting application process.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, PC/MRA2/94223

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference PC/MRA2/94223 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, PC/MRA2/94223, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.