Healthcare SAS Developer

Job ID: NC-775750

Hybrid/Local Govt Healthcare SAS/EHR Developer (12+) with SQL, Medicaid, coding, digital quality measurement experience

Location: Raleigh, NC (NCDHHS-HB)
Duration: 11 Months
Position: 1 (2)

Skills:
Understanding of data policy and the healthcare data ecosystem; health information technology; program monitoring; and/or quality measurement & improv Required 3 Years
Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and project management skills Required 3 Years
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex material in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing Required 3 Years
Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and needs of multiple stakeholders Required 3 Years
Strong SQL and/or SAS technical skills and the ability to query large and/or complicated data sets. Required 3 Years
Familiarity with Medicaid and health care and associated rules, regulations, and standards Required 2 Years
Knowledge and demonstrated experience in the analysis of population health delivery models, care delivery models, care management models, clinical pro Required 2 Years
Understanding of clinical workflows and/or familiarity with medical coding and electronic health records Required 2 Years
Understanding of digital quality measurement Required 2 Years

Description:
Typical Experience: 12-36 months

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

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assist with the implementation of QPHE s project to leverage NC HealthConnex for quality and population health
Coordinate with internal business units, including business information and clinical services, to execute operational tasks and ensure smooth project implementation
Query, profile, and analyze data provided by NC HealthConnex and assist with improving data quality and useability.
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.

Desired Professional and Technical Expertise
Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all the following:
Understanding of data policy and healthcare data ecosystem; health information technology; program monitoring; and/or quality measurement and quality improvement
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 SQL and/or SAS technical skills and the ability to query large and/or complicated data sets.

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 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.