State of Connecticut · 1 week ago
Director of Health Care Innovation Executive Assistant 1 #260107-3501EX-001
The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is seeking a Director of Health Care Innovation to lead the development and advancement of health care policy innovations aimed at improving the quality and affordability of the state’s health plan. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design initiatives that enhance health care outcomes for over 250,000 covered lives in Connecticut.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Lead the development, evaluation, and advancement of health care policy innovations to improve the quality, affordability, transparency, and accountability of the state’s health plan
Work directly with the Comptroller, policymakers, and diverse stakeholders to design and advance initiatives that improve health care quality and affordability for the people and businesses of Connecticut
Use claims data, utilization trends, and cost analyses to identify opportunities for benefit design changes, payment reforms, and value-based programs, and to evaluate outcomes and return on investment
Support procurement, contracting, and vendor performance management and coordinate cross-agency and multi-stakeholder collaborations to implement and sustain complex health care reforms
Work directly with the Director of the Health Care Policy and Benefits Services division and work closely with the State Comptroller and their executive team
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in health care administration, public health, economics, public policy, public administration or a related field
Experience in health policy, health care finance, health systems research, or public-sector program management
Experience with health care markets, insurance regulation, cost containment strategies, or payment reform
Experience translating complex data into clear policy guidance
Experience managing teams and providing leadership for initiatives
Experience briefing senior officials and producing high-quality written policy materials, including oral and written communication skills
Experience developing, implementing, or evaluating government health care policies or benefit programs, including work involving commercial insurance markets, pharmacy benefits, or provider payment methodologies
Experience analyzing health care claims data, utilization trends, or financial reports to support cost modeling, forecasting, or evaluation of health care initiatives
Experience leading or coordinating multi-stakeholder projects or initiatives, including collaboration with carriers, providers, unions, vendors, or government agencies to advance health care programs or reforms
Experience supporting or informing state budget development, fiscal analysis, procurement, or legislative or regulatory processes, including preparation of policy or financial recommendations
Benefits
Comprehensive health and dental insurance
Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year
We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options
Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut
Company
State of Connecticut
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