Population Health Specialist 4 HX - Population Health - FT Days

University of California, Irvine•Anaheim, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite applications with emphasis on Powerpoint, Excel and Visio
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to effectively analyze and interpret highly complex system reports and array, identify trends, problems and potential issues, and prepare and present plans in an actionable form
Maintain highest standards for confidentiality of information and professionalism.
In-depth knowledge of Performance Improvement standards, Advance Payment Model/Value Based Care model requirements, tools, and techniques, including collection, validation, analysis, reporting of data, and use of performance and benchmark indicators.
In-depth knowledge and experience with population health, health program/policy analysis, and evaluating and implementing population-based health programs
In-depth experience with Quality, population health, and/or value-based care
Highly driven and self-motivated while able to work as individual contributor or as part of a team.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to compile/present a compelling story or business case
Excellent presentation skills, including ability to speak before large audiences and prepare and provide presentations.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills to communicate effectively with physicians, managers and high-level administrative staff as well as support staff who are critical to departmental functions
Demonstrated extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of performance improvement methodologies / tools.
Demonstrated ability to lead effective teams.
Demonstrated ability to be resourceful, innovative and take initiative to identify and search for solutions
Certification(s) in related field.
Bachelor’s degree
5 or more years of related experience
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Prior EPIC experience
Master's Degree in a related field
Experience in healthcare setting with focused quality improvement projects
Demonstrated data analytics experience.
Current CA RN license

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets highly complex data of broad scope and summarizes statistical findings.
Develops corresponding reports, presentations, and action plans.
Identifies information sources and oversees collection of data through a variety of mechanisms.
Compares performance against benchmarks; provides proposals and plans to stakeholders to improve population health performance goals.
Detail oriented with ability to also see big picture.
Ability to think critically and apply sound judgment to proactively mitigate performance drift or barriers.
Ability to prioritize and contribute to simultaneous projects and facilitate teamwork among project staff / participants.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize, and adhere to work deadlines.
Ability to inspire trust and be seen as someone who provides support and assistance.