Clinical Quality Specialist

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Health savings account

Paid holidays

Education Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana, Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning (OMPP), seeks a Clinical Quality Specialist to oversee quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement across Indiana Medicaid programs. You will manage quality oversight of vendors and partners, align efforts with state and federal requirements, and travel within-state as needed.

The role emphasizes data-driven quality strategies, collaboration with stakeholders, and public-speaking responsibilities to advance

Qualifications

• Must hold an RN or LPN license with required years of clinical experience
• An Associate’s Degree in a clinical discipline with at least 7+ years of experience
• At least 10+ years of clinical experience in a similar role or setting
• Mastery knowledge in program subject matter and broad knowledge of provider agencies and their programs

Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and implement long-range objectives and KPIs.
• Analyze operations to evaluate performance and cost effectiveness.
• Interpret complex policies and regulations for stakeholders.
• Develop corrective action plans and oversee their implementation.
• Prepare and present reports for funding and program decisions.
• Develop and monitor program budgets and ensure grant compliance.
• Coordinate training on program requirements and usage.

Skills

RN License

LPN License

Associate’s Degree

10+ years clinical experience

Education

Associate’s Degree in a clinical discipline

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About

About the Family & Social Services Administration:

The Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning (OMPP) is a division within the Family and Social Services Administration, which receives around 13 percent of the state's budget to ensure vital health care coverage to approximately 1 in 5 Hoosiers. OMPP strives to build programs and processes that enable Hoosiers to live in fully engaged communities and reach their greatest emotional, mental and physical well-being. Our mission is to support individual and community well-being with effective and efficient programs, remarkable collaborations, measurable impact on individuals and communities, and an energized staff that is fully engaged with this mission.

Role Overview

The Clinical Quality Specialist supports the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning (OMPP) by overseeing quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement across all Indiana Medicaid programs which include Hoosier Healthwise, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), Hoosier Care Connect, PathWays for Aging, and Fee-for-Service Medicaid. You will ensure that quality strategies are data-driven, equitable, and aligned with federal and state standards to improve health outcomes for all Hoosiers. You will be responsible for quality oversight of vendors and partners working in the clinical space of Indiana Medicaid, including Managed Care Entities (MCEs) and Fee for Service vendors. You will be responsible for aligning efforts in conjunction with state laws and rules as well as federal requirements. The role entails considerable amounts of public-speaking, problem-solving, research, negotiation, collaboration, and some in-state travel.

Salary Statement

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day In The Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Establish, monitor, and implement long-range objectives and specifying the strategies, KPIs, and actions to achieve them.
• Analyze operations to evaluate performance of the specific program or its staff in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change.
• Interpret and explain in-depth and complex policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problems.
• Prepare and present reports for approval, including those for funding or implementation of services to executive leadership.
• Develop and oversee program financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
• Develop and monitor program requirements to ensure it meets federal and state policies and grants compliance.
• Develop and supervise training of employees and consultants on program requirements and usage.
• Develop, coordinator, and deliver communication plans and communications.
• Preside over, or serve on, boards of directors, management committees, or other governing boards.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need For Success

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either

• a Registered Nurse (RN) License and 3+ years of experience, or
• a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License and 5+ years of experience, or
• an Associate’s Degree in a clinical discipline and 7+ years of experience, or
• at least 10+ years of experience in a clinical setting applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Mastery knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education.
• Broad knowledge of provider agencies and their programs and services.
• Broad knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to adapt new statutes and guidelines to create and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to present and represent the agency to both internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and prepare monthly finance and accounting reports to maintain program budget and grants.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail].