Specialist, Data (PACE)

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings with ERISA-m

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corp. is seeking a Data Specialist to collect, analyze, and report data for PACE participants, ensuring accurate submissions to CMS and DHCS.

The role focuses on revenue flow, data integrity, and performance metrics critical to AltaMed’s operations. The position requires experience with CMS/DHCS data, strong Excel and Access skills, and the ability to communicate data-driven conclusions to Senior Leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience with CMS, DHCS or similar health-care data systems.
• Proficient in Excel for data manipulation and reporting.
• Experience with Access for data collection and queries.
• Bilingual ability in Spanish and Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and report data for PACE participants and programs.
• Interact with CMS and DHCS to submit required data and resolve issues.
• Identify key service metrics and present data-driven conclusions to leadership.
• Ensure data integrity and alignment with regulations impacting PACE organizations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to consolidate reports.

Skills

CMS experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Bilingual Spanish/Chinese

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

Data Specialist will collect, analyze, and report data to evaluate PACE participants’ demographic, eligibility verification, claim management, encounter processing, and data integrity. Interact directly with the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to submit required data and mitigate complex data issues to ensure proper revenue flow impacting AltaMed’s financial performance. This position must be able to make determinations and present business conclusions based on data analysis, identify and monitor key service metrics that may affect service quality, member retention, and patient utilization. Understand standard operating procedures of AltaMed’s internal processes, audit practices, and keep up to date with various State and Federal regulations impacting PACE organizations. Collaborate with various supporting organizations, National PACE Association, outside vendors, and contract managers to implement and enhance patient satisfaction, ensuring multiple software that are in sync with AltaMed PACE systems. Work with other data analysts within AltaMed to consolidate reports and analyze data to guide management and Senior Leadership in making operational, tactical, and strategic decisions.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with CMS, DHCS, or other professional office environments in the health care industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of working experience using Microsoft Access and Excel.
• Bilingual Spanish/Chinese, preferred.

Compensation

$25.00 - $29.32 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.