57720000 - INSTITUTE-CHILD HEALTH POLICY

Research Coordinator 3

This position is responsible for coordinating research efforts within a team setting for analyzing and assessing the effectiveness of health plan quality initiatives, producing written reports and presentation materials related to the quality of care provided to Texas Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Coordinates qualitative assessments of health plans and their Quality Improvement (QI) structure and processes.

Applies implementation science methods to evaluate health plan Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs) and provide health plans with meaningful guidance to improve QI efforts and health outcomes of the Medicaid population. Refines and implements program procedures for assessment of health plans, through evaluative reviews of health plan reports and documents. Contributes to development of quality improvement strategies for state Medicaid program and multiple participating health plans; coordinates efforts of the team to ensure efficient workflow.

Duties Include:

Directly coordinates day to day activities of assessments of health plan quality. Designs and conducts interviews of health plan personnel, reviews health plan documents, assessments of health plan compliance with state and federal regulations, and evaluations of quality improvement programs and performance improvement projects. Assists in the design and coordination of evaluation research studies including the development of methodologies, instruments, and other tools. Writes health plan assessment reports.

Creates efficient and effective structures and processes to facilitate the successful completion of QI-related deliverables. Assists in the interpretation and administration of policies and procedures as they apply to assigned areas of responsibility. Makes recommendations for developing, revising, and implementing program policy and procedures. Work with faculty and team staff to develop innovative research projects that focus on health care quality topics of interest to the State of Texas, and that coincide with national, state, and ICHP research priorities. Conducts qualitative analyses of QI deliverables and generates written reports of results for provision to key stakeholders.

Recommends and prepares content for webinars, workshops, health plan learning collaborative, web portal, and other avenues for communicating QI strategies to health plans.

Coordinates special studies or projects as directed. Collaborates with project team members internal and external to the Quality Improvement core. Monitors and coordinates project planning, timelines, and tasks for multiple Texas Project deliverables. Communicates with HHSC about project planning and updates on current projects.

Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the responsibilities and function of the QI core.

$65,000 - $80,000

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Master’s degree in nursing, public health, health policy, or similar field Strong writing skills.

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills. Ability to organize work with minimal supervision. Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet deadlines. Understanding of health care quality. Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet, database management Experience working in health plan or health facility quality improvement Quality improvement certification or actively pursuing certification in Healthcare Quality with certification expected within 2 years of hire

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

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This is a time limited position.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.