Health Policy Analyst

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Policy Analyst will support the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement's (ACHI’)s Health Policy team. This individual will support project and senior-level staff by conducting health policy analyses and research projects in support of ACHI’s mission and strategic priorities. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of health policy; project management, research, and writing skills; and the ability to work with state officials, other stakeholders, and ACHI staff to successfully carry out tasks consistent with the ACHI mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public administration, Social Science, Finance, Health Services Administration or related field plus.
Three (3) years of experience in related field.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in public administration, Public Health, Social Science, Finance, Health Services Administration or related field.

Responsibilities

Determine sources of data and methods of collection.
Conduct policy analysis/research using source material such as journals, periodicals, historical records, legislation, and related reports and/or conduct interviews with project participants to gather data.
Review research and policy information for accuracy and industry validity
Interpret and translate findings into practical tools and products to inform recommendations concerning health policy and procedures.
Advise or assist in data collection methods, data sources, and some statistical analyses.
May assist in selecting, extracting, and preparing data for statistical analysis according to project or program guidelines.
Remain informed and convey information to other staff on recent research, policies, and other local, state, and national activities related to ACHI objectives in the health policy field.
Identify and communicate with stakeholders and organizations related to and furthering ACHI objectives in the health policy field.
Identify and communicate to senior staff grant, contract and other funding opportunities to advance ACHI objectives.
Assist in grant proposal development and activities related to grant-funded projects
Research and develop various healthcare and population health materials, including charts, graphs, fact sheets, infographics, and presentations using Adobe, Tableau, and Microsoft software.
Work as part of a cross-functional team that is continually building and improving the state’s health system.
Participate in team-building and other organizational activities.
Perform other duties as assigned, such as designing documents for various uses.
Build relationships and trust with external stakeholders.
Represent ACHI and/or project team at related stakeholder and legislative meetings, report meeting outcomes to project team members.