Quality Program Analyst

Carina Health Network•Denver, CO

14d•$65,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

We're Hiring: Quality Program Analyst – Remote with the ability to travel in the State of Colorado Join Carina Health Network and help us make Colorado communities healthier! Are you passionate about population health and interested in improving patient experience and outcomes? We support community health organizations across Colorado with technology, data, and resources that help people get the care they need, when and where they need it. If you're looking for a mission-driven organization where your work has a real impact in real communities, Carina could be the right place for you. At Carina Health Network, we’re transforming community health by helping our members deliver proactive, data-informed, and whole-person care that drives measurable impact. Our work helps people with chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure stay healthier, ensure older adults get regular check-ups, and identify mental health needs early. We help reduce unnecessary emergency room visits by connecting people with the right care at the right time. Join us in reimagining the future of health care, where your work truly matters. Job Summary The Quality Program Analyst supports Carina Health Network’s performance measurement initiatives and data platforms. This role collaborates closely with Colorado community health centers, Carina staff, state government agencies, and third-party vendors to enhance data quality, strengthen analytics, and improve value-based reporting performance.

Requirements

Clinical data and/or healthcare industry experience
General knowledge of performance measurement or quality improvement activities
Understanding of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules
Experience with clinical workflows, healthcare measures, and health information technology
Ability to coordinate a diverse group of people with varying degrees of technical experience
Professional verbal, written, and group facilitation skills
Intermediate proficiency in using data analysis tools (Excel, etc)
Experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Word, OneNote with the ability to manipulate basic information and data required for preparing reports and delivering training

Nice To Haves

Azara Healthcare DRVS or other population health software experience
Experience with clinical claims data and/or payer feeds
Experience with Federally Qualified Health Centers and other safety-net providers
Experience with clinical quality measures and KPI reporting from EHR and claims data
Familiarity with Electronic Health Records systems (ECW, Athena, Nextgen, Epic).
Ability to adapt to changing initiatives and priorities based on the needs of Carina and the CHC’s success
Ability to travel to and within the state of Colorado as needed, as well as occasional out-of-state travel (<5%)

Responsibilities

Provide support for Carina’s centralized reporting platform(s), including Medicaid quality measures, FQHC UDS measures, and additional programs that require technical assistance and performance measurement
Works directly with the health center staff to validate reports, answer questions, and problem-solve issues with the performance measurement applications
Develop subject matter expertise in performance measurement programs, including, but not limited to, CMS Core Quality Measures, Medicaid Quality Programs, the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP), CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP), HRSA Uniform Data System (UDS) and Health Center Program reporting, and the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) program
Work closely with Carina’s multi-disciplinary team of data engineers, business intelligence developers, and project managers to ensure high data quality and effective data validation processes
Work cross-functionally with Carina’s Value-Based Care team to align programs and data strategies, promoting integration and consistency across initiatives
Oversee configuration and administration of the Carina reporting application, including managing cohorts, data integrations, user access and permissions, and provides ongoing system support, enhancements, and upgrades
Deliver technical assistance to clinic care teams providing support to ensure accurate implementation and reporting of clinical quality measure workflows
Lead and coordinate user group sessions to foster peer-to-peer engagement, provide training, and enhance product adoption
Assist in preparing reports for organizational deliverables and health center program deliverables

Benefits

Insured group health, dental, and vison plans (Employer covers 100% of the cost for dental and vision)
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account options
Employer contributions $900 annually towards a Health Reimbursement Employer (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA), depending on the health plan selected
401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer contribution match
100% employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability plans paid for employees
Free 24/7 access to confidential resources through an employee assistance program (EAP)
Voluntary benefit plans to complement health care coverage, including accident insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
17 days of paid vacation within one year of service
12 paid sick days accrued by one year of service
14 paid holidays (which includes two floating holidays)
One paid volunteer day
Employer-paid programs/courses for professional growth and development
Cell phone and internet reimbursement
Competitive salary and full benefits
Annual, all expenses paid staff retreat
Flexible work (remote or hybrid)
Supportive, mission-driven team
Opportunities to learn and grow