Chief Health Services Officer

SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY HEALTH COMMISSION•Placerville, CA

1d•$295,000 - $430,000•Remote

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Chief Health Services Officer is responsible for providing strategic direction across HPSJ Health Services functions, consistent with contractual and regulatory requirements, and HPSJ strategies and objectives. Health Services functions include Utilization Management, Case Management, Behavioral Health & Social Work, Quality Management, Quality Improvement and Health Equity, Health Education, HEDIS & NCQA, and Grievance and Appeals. Work is varied, complex and requires a high degree of discretion and independent judgment.

Requirements

Expert knowledge of and proficient skills in administering clinical operations protocols.
Expert knowledge of regulatory requirements for Medi-Cal and Medicare pertaining to utilization management, case management and behavioral health.
In depth knowledge of and ability to identify, implement, monitor and analyze relevant metrics models, and implement effective interventions based on results.
In-depth knowledge of standard contract components and contract language specific to healthcare.
In-depth knowledge of audit, control and monitoring processes, and the ability to effectively implement and maintain them.
In-depth knowledge of medical management information systems and their interrelationships.
In-depth knowledge of health equity and diversity principles, concepts and best practices.
Strong knowledge of general medical policy benefits and exclusions.
Strategic mindset: ability to translate strategic concepts into actionable business plans.
Very strong project management skills, with the ability to function as a sponsor and owner on complex projects; a track record of successful large project implementations.
Very strong facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Strong skills in budget development and management.
Very strong collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to create and foster a collaborative work environment, maintain effective, high-performance teams, and organize people and resources to solve problems and identify business opportunities.
Very strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels inside and outside of HPSJ.
Very strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, effectively and persuasively to diverse individuals and groups inside and outside of HPSJ; includes the ability to effectively explain complex information.
Very strong presentation skills, with the ability to tailor presentations to a specific audience, and address and interact with large groups.
Strong customer service skills.
Intermediate mathematics skills, including basic algebra.
Intermediate skills in Word, Excel and Outlook, including the ability to develop spreadsheets, formulas, and create tables and graphs.
Ability to articulate and embrace organizational values, integrate into management practices, and foster their manifestation among staff.
Promotes, maintains, and ensures that direct reports promote and maintain an environment that supports HPSJ’s strategy, vision, mission and values.
Very strong coaching/counseling skills, including the ability to function as a mentor to management and employees.
Ability to speak and be understood in English.
Ability to handle confidential information with appropriate discretion.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school
At least six years in clinical operations in a healthcare setting
At least six years progressively responsible leadership positions in healthcare setting
Experience in an HMO or managed care setting
Experience in UM, CM or behavioral health for government sponsored programs
Equivalent combination of experience.
At least 5 years of experience in developing & Implementing Quality, Population Health Programs in a managed care setting in a senior leadership role.
At least three years of experience developing and/or implementing health care diversity initiatives that address health equity and health disparities
Certificated in Health Equity and Diversity, Health Disparities and Health Inequality or other certification that meets California and/or federal requirements or within one year of hire.
Valid driver’s license.
Current unrestricted California RN license (If RN).

Nice To Haves

Strong clinical skills.
Knowledge of the economic or healthcare issues, or issues affecting the underserved in California or San Joaquin County and/or surrounding areas.
Knowledge of Medi-Cal and/or Medicare programs.
Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of managed care.
Deep content knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness research base and best practices for organizations striving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Master’s degree in nursing
Master’s degree in business, Public Health or similar.

Responsibilities

Oversees operational objectives and plans; ensures the development and implementation of associated business plans and tactics.
Anticipates the need for, develops and implements relevant and effective care for utilization management, care management, social work and behavioral health programs.
Anticipates, identifies, analyzes and reports on care opportunities, issues and trends; makes appropriate recommendations; develops and implements agreed upon changes.
Collaborates with the Chief Medical Officer in the strategic planning, implementation and oversight of the Quality Improvement and Quality Management Programs.
Collaborates with the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director(s) in identifying medical service issues that have an impact on plan benefits and their administration; provides direction in resolving medical claims review, grievances, appeals, and other Health Services issues.
In collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, will ensure consistent application of medical criteria to utilization management decision making.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop programs that increase awareness and provide educational opportunities to providers and members regarding HPSJ’s Quality Improvement and Health Equity Transformation Program goals and activities.
Ensures collaboration among Health Services teams and other teams with a focus on Member care.
Works collaboratively with all departments across the organization to achieve health equity goals established by NCQA, CMS, DHCS and DMHC, and partners with the Quality team to ensure that the QIHETP program is implemented and monitored to meet or exceed CMS, DHCS, DMHC and NCQA requirements.
Ensures organizational policies, procedures, and programs consider health inequities and are designed to promote health equity where possible, including but not limited to: Marketing strategies, medical and other health services policies, member and provider outreach, Community Advisory Committee, quality improvement activities, including delivery system reforms, grievances and appeals, and utilization management.
Oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures aimed at improving health equity and reducing health disparities.
Oversees the development of targeted interventions designed to eliminate health inequities.
Develops quantifiable metrics that can track and evaluate the results of the targeted interventions designed to eliminate health inequities.
In collaboration with Compliance and other responsible business areas, ensures staff, subcontractor, downstream subcontractor and network provider staff receive mandatory diversity, equity and inclusion training, as specified in the CMS and DHCS contract; including review of training materials to ensure materials are up to date with current standards or practice and maintaining records of training completion.
Co-chairs the Quality Improvement and Health Equity Transformation Committee and oversees the development of a Health Equity Annual Report.
Serves as a representative and spokesperson for HPSJ in support of Quality and Health Equity with key county partners.
Participates in State and industry work groups such as DHCS, DMHC, CHCF, NCQA, ACAP and CAHP to expand HPSJ’s influence on benefit design, regulations, and policy direction.
Conducts or oversees the preparation, implementation, and corrective action plans for internal and external audit activities to ensure practices adhere to adopted guidelines, NCQA requirements, regulatory guidelines and HPSJ criteria.
Develops or oversees the development of relevant, timely and accurate internal and external quality and health equity reports, advising leadership as appropriate.
Oversees quality concern trends identified through the QI process, including corrective action plans.
In collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, will identify medical delivery system quality issues; develops and oversees implementation of corrective action plans.
Oversees the preparation of and participates in regulatory audits and external review activities; develops and monitors corrective actions plans.
Oversees routine and ad hoc internal audits and corrective action plans to ensure practices adhere to applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements and HPSJ criteria.
Oversees the development of relevant, timely and accurate internal and external reports.
Develops and manages department budgets; implements appropriate interventions.
Oversees the collection, storage and retrieval of relevant data and information.
Oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of appropriate and required records, documents, policies and procedures.
Promotes, and ensures that direct reports promote an environment that supports and encourages the adoption of HPSJ’s stated values.
Hires, develops and retains, and ensures that subordinate managers hire, develop and retain, a competent staff; coaches and mentors the leaders on the Health Services team.

Benefits

Robust and affordable medical coverage including HMO and PPO plan options
Employee Wellness Program promoting physical, mental, and financial well-being
Dental and vision plan with multiple provider choices
Generous paid time off (accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO, 4 paid floating holidays, and 9 paid holidays)
CalPERS retirement pension program, automatic employer-paid retirements contributions, plus a voluntary defined contribution plan
Two flexible spending accounts (FSAs)for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Employer-Paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Employer-Paid Disability Insurance
Employer-Paid Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Advocacy to help you navigate medical care and benefits
Voluntary supplemental benefits including medical, legal, identity theft protection
Online discount mall
Tuition reimbursement