Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst

Overview

Be a leader in Medicaid payment and care delivery reform at the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA). DVHA's Payment Reform Unit is seeking a qualified data analyst to join a tight-knit team of creative and critical thinkers to further its work of advancing value-based provider payment models in support of DVHA's mission to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule and a supportive hybrid work environment, eleven paid state holidays, and a robust benefits package. 

The successful candidate will provide research, statistical and program evaluation work at a professional level to support the design, development and implementation of value-based payment models for Medicaid covered services in partnership with multiple departments across the Agency of Human Services. 

The day-to-day work is dynamic and driven by the needs of the given payment reform program. While working in a range of Medicaid covered health care and human services, you will be involved in the full breadth of Medicaid programs.  The work relies heavily on knowledge and skills in health services and policy research. You will use health data analytics to develop accurate, responsive, and appropriately detailed analyses. You will measure and monitor Medicaid enrollment, utilization, expenditures and program performance. It regularly requires the ability to assess eligibility, assess health data needs and data gaps, evaluate the quality of existing data, and integrate existing data to ensure its usefulness for decision-making. These data can be used to evaluate health status, analyze the effectiveness of policies and programs, and monitor the effectiveness of interventions in terms of health outcomes and cost of services.

Mission:
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)'s mission is to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that support our mission: Advancing value-based payments, modernizing information technology infrastructure, and operational performance improvement. Our department commits to executing our responsibilities and priorities while adhering to three core values: Transparency, Integrity and Service.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
As part of our values of transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues' and future colleagues' different abilities, racial identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported here.

Our State:
Vermont is a "small but mighty" state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and educational policies.  We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities. 

Telework:
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.

Who May Apply

This position, Medicaid Healthcare Data and Statistical Analyst (Job Requisition #51437), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact erin.flynn@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

 

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting, but travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Evening and weekend work may be necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in