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HEALTH POLICY ANALYST I

Recruitment #17-002418-0009

Introduction

**This recruitment is limited to current employees working for the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Office of Health Services.**

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of Health Services, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for addressing high priority projects, which include the evaluation, analysis, research and development of health care services and policies within Policy and Compliance. Particularly, this position will act as Medicaid provider enrollment broker for the Maryland Medicaid Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program. This position will also assist with the direction and coordination of Program Policy, compliance, coverage and reimbursement for programs within the Office of Health Services (OHS), particularly in how policies relate to Health Information Technology (HIT) and Electronic Health Record (HER) implementation. This position will also work in conjunction with Provider Enrollment to communicate with providers to verify and achieve eligibility for participation in the HER Incentive Program, maintain contact with various contractors hired to help administer the Maryland Medicaid HER Incentive Program, Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) vendors, and the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) to analyze and anticipate the impact of HER Incentive Program policy on the Medicaid Program.

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:

A Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

**This recruitment is limited to current employees working for the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Office of Health Services.**

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. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only 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.

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

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.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.




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