Health Policy Analyst Dental Program

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to design, evaluate, analyze, develop, research and update all statewide policies, data and reports related to the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program. This position will also be responsible for assisting with the monitoring of the contract of the Dental Benefits Administrator (DBA) that administers the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program. This contract manages a Medicaid population of approximately 1.6 million. This position acts as an advisor and expert consultant on health policy issues as they relate to the Dental Program.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Two years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.
Possession of a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland may be required for certain duties.

Nice To Haves

Experience researching, developing, and drafting health policies, including State Plan Amendments and regulatory amendments.
Experience evaluating and analyzing complex data sets to identify specific trends, problems, or fiscal issues within a healthcare program.
Experience monitoring large-scale contracts.
Experience with or knowledge of state and federal Medicaid policies, regulations, and industry standards.
Experience in provider enrollment or outreach activities designed to enhance a healthcare provider network.
Experience navigating Medicaid dental programs and familiarity with federal and state specific regulations is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Design, evaluate, analyze, develop, research and update all statewide policies, data and reports related to the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program.
Assist with the monitoring of the contract of the Dental Benefits Administrator (DBA) that administers the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program.
Act as an advisor and expert consultant on health policy issues as they relate to the Dental Program.