AHCCCS

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
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The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.

AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.

Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.

Senior Medical Economics Analyst

Information Services Division (ISD) 

 

Job Location:

Address:  150 N. 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Must Reside in Arizona.

Salary:  $70,000 - $75,000

Grade: 26

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Summary:

A career in public service awaits you. COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

A great benefit of working for the State of Arizona is a fantastic work/life balance. State employees enjoy challenging work, popular remote work options, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and career growth opportunities.

We are searching for someone who is analytical and detail-oriented, who can compile results and present complex data and insights to a variety of audiences, including Executive Leadership. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in analytics, data interpretation, and trend analysis, coupled with strong communication and presentation skills. If you excel at articulating data-driven findings, responding thoughtfully to spontaneous questions, and conveying information in a clear and compelling manner to diverse audiences, we would like to have you on our team!  

What You'll Do:

The Senior Medical Economics Analyst produces data-driven analysis to support healthcare operations, collaborating with business areas to develop reports, dashboards, and actionable insights. The position identifies opportunities to better manage medical costs, evaluates cost reduction initiatives, and presents findings to internal partners and agency leaders. As part of the Medical Operations Analytical Review (MOAR) team, the role manages projects, prepares presentations, and supports agency initiatives to improve care.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Collaborate with business areas to develop and monitor standard reporting packages and dashboards. This includes tracking key performance indicators, researching healthcare delivery topics, analyzing claims and membership data, and recommending solutions to address business challenges. Present analytical findings to internal partners and agency leaders, often leading discussions and providing deeper analysis. Identify and quantify opportunities to reduce medical costs and evaluate the effectiveness of cost reduction initiatives. Analyze healthcare utilization to detect patterns, variations, and outliers, and provide consultative support based on medical cost analysis.
• As part of the Medical Operations Analytical Review (MOAR) team, prepare for monthly presentations and manage both long- and short-term projects. Work collaboratively with AHCCCS leaders to achieve goals that improve member care. Ensure accurate and timely preparation of health plan economics analyses and reporting.
• Analyze and research aspects of AHCCCS, including uti