Although this position works on a technology-related project, it is not a technical position but rather a strategic one. A successful candidate will demonstrate vision, clear communication, strong leadership, creative problem-solving, and the ability to cultivate relationships.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·        Serve as the primary lead of QPHE’s project to leverage NC HealthConnex for quality and population health, including finalizing the project design and developing a strategy around future phases of work.

·        Lead policy and financial strategy related to this initiative, including developing and implementing a strategy to support provider organizations in participating in this initiative

·        Cultivate relationships across key partners, including with the Health Information Exchange Authority, Medicaid population health and quality measurement subject matter experts, Medicaid analysts, Medicaid technology experts, and vendors.

·        Collect and synthesize information and feedback from internal and external stakeholders, including Prepaid Health Plans, providers, and other divisions in NCDHHS, and use it to inform decision-making.

·        Supervise 1-2 full-time staff members supporting this initiative

·        Manage budgeting, invoicing, and contracting as needed

Desired Professional and Technical Expertise

Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

·        Understanding of data policy and the healthcare data ecosystem; health information technology; program monitoring; and/or quality measurement and quality improvement

·        Experience leading large, complex projects

·        Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and project management skills

·        Demonstrated ability to communicate complex material in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing

·        Demonstrated skill in creating and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

·        Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and needs of multiple stakeholders

·        Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

The following expertise is preferred, but not required:

·        Familiarity with Medicaid and health care and associated rules, regulations, and standards

·        Knowledge and demonstrated experience in the analysis of population health delivery models, care delivery models, care management models, clinical program innovations, quality improvement initiatives, and system redesign

·        Understanding of clinical workflows and/or familiarity with medical coding and electronic health records

·        Understanding of digital quality measurement