Experienced Public Policy Analyst (Any city, AR, US, 99999)
Data & Analytics
Excel
WFA Digital Insight
The shift to value-based care has created a surge in demand for healthcare policy analysts, with the market expected to grow by 25% in the next two years. As a result, professionals with expertise in data analysis, policy development, and stakeholder management are in high demand. With its commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, Gainwell Technologies stands out as a leader in this space. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their knowledge of healthcare policy, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Public Policy Analyst at Gainwell Technologies, you will be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of vulnerable populations through the effective use of technology and data-driven insights. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) program, focusing on improving quality of care, patient outcomes, and healthcare efficiency while minimizing costs. You will work closely with state stakeholders, guiding them on PCMH program direction and tradeoffs, and collaborating with internal teams to promote transparency and alignment in program performance measurement practices.Day-to-day, you will apply your deep data expertise and policy insight to influence incentive measure design, ensuring that the program's measures have the greatest impact on care delivery. Your understanding of how incentive measures influence provider behavior, healthcare outcomes, and the broader healthcare delivery ecosystem will be essential in driving program effectiveness.
What You Will Do
- Play a critical role in shaping PCMH program effectiveness measurements and incentive payment strategies to align with client program, policy, and organizational goals.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to state stakeholders on PCMH program direction and tradeoffs.
- Take a leading role in helping the state document, interpret, develop, and enhance PCMH program policies and procedures.
- Research national incentive methodologies, PCMH program operations, and the broader healthcare delivery ecosystem to recommend program improvements.
- Assess the impact of incentive metric changes, policy updates, and funding options on Arkansas Fee-for-Service (FFS) providers.
- Own the translation of business needs into clear data, system, and policy requirements.
- Work with and guide the Data Analyst team to apply advanced analytical techniques to analyze large datasets and evaluate costs, trends, and reimbursement outcomes.
- Synthesize analytic outputs to inform program design and identify areas for further analysis.
- Help lead Gainwell’s team in the design, development, and implementation of incentive payment methodologies for PCMH providers.
- Monitor State and Federal PCMH policy changes—with an emphasis on Arkansas Medicaid—and assess their operational and financial impact.
- Partner with internal teams, business leaders, and external stakeholders to promote transparency and alignment in PCMH program performance measurement practices.
- Prepare high-quality written analyses, presentations, and recommendations for leadership, clients, and technical teams.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in business analysis, financial modeling, health policy analysis, or a related field.
- Master’s degree in Public Policy, Health Policy, Public Health, Public Administration, Health Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of healthcare policy, particularly within the context of Medicaid and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model.
- Excellent data analysis skills, with the ability to apply advanced analytical techniques to complex datasets.
- Experience with Excel and other data analysis tools.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to think critically and strategically, with a focus on driving program effectiveness and improving healthcare outcomes.
Nice to Have
- Experience working with state or federal healthcare policies.
- Knowledge of incentive payment methodologies and their impact on healthcare provider behavior.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Certification in a related field, such as health data analytics or public health.
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunity to work on a critical program that impacts the health and well-being of vulnerable populations.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of professionals dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes.
- Flexible vacation policy and educational assistance to support your career development.
- Comprehensive leadership and technical development academies to enhance your skills and capabilities.
- Remote work options to provide a better work-life balance.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools to support your work.
How to Stand Out
- Highlight your experience with data analysis and policy development in your application, showcasing how you can apply these skills to drive program effectiveness.
- Prepare to discuss your understanding of healthcare policy, particularly in the context of Medicaid and the Patient-Centered Medical Home model.
- Emphasize your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, including state stakeholders and healthcare providers.
- Be ready to provide examples of how you have applied advanced analytical techniques to complex datasets and how you have used data insights to inform program design.
- Show enthusiasm for working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a focus on driving program effectiveness and improving healthcare outcomes.
- Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your work in health policy analysis and data-driven decision making to stand out as a candidate.
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