Managed Care Contract Manager (Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

20h

About The Position

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help. Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by: Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served. Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs. Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes. Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care. Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website !

Requirements

• Completion of graduate core program in business, management or public administration, public health, health administration, social or behavioral science or public finance
• 12 months experience in the delivery of a health services program or health services project management (e.g., health care data analysis, health services contract management, health care market & financial expertise; health services program communication; health services budget development, HMO & hospital rate development, health services eligibility, health services data base analysis).
• Or 12 months experience as a Medicaid Health Systems Specialist, 65293.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Technical Skills: Health Administration Professional Skills: Collaboration, Confidentiality, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Managing program information and conducting analyses to inform and direct policy changes and updates
• Conducting evaluations for managed care plans
• Performing research and answering questions related to legislative and policy initiatives such as implementation and ongoing assessment of new programs, populations and/or initiatives
• Leading on managed care related contract issues, implementations, and targeted reviews
• Working with the managed care plans to identify areas of concern and provide technical assistance as needed.
• Reviewing and approving submitted reports and deliverables outlined in the Managed Care Provider Agreements
• Communicating any compliance actions to the assigned Managed Care Plans

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level