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Home Visiting Program Coordinator

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$70K - 120K a year

Coordinate and monitor home visiting programs, manage teams, ensure compliance, and analyze data to support program goals. | Experience in program management, data analysis, compliance with regulations, and team supervision, preferably with early childhood or health programs. | Home Visiting Program Coordinator Are you skilled with project management and organization and want to make a difference in the lives of families with young children in Utah? The Utah Department of Health and Human Services is looking for a Health Program Coordinator to lead and inspire a team dedicated to monitor and support home visiting programs across the state. The Agency: The Home Visiting Program supports and strengthens a system of evidence-based home visiting that empowers and creates positive change in the lives of families in Utah and improves outcomes for families. For more information, click HERE • Conducts or participates in day-to-day development and monitoring of contracts, subrecipient agreements, and grants, in support of the larger program functions • Plans, develops and coordinates one or more large, complex projects • Supervising subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions • Writing or drafting correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials • Analyzing, summarizing and/or reviewing data; reporting findings, interpreting results and/or making recommendations • Gathering data, preparing reports or summarizing information • Enforcing laws, rules, and regulations • Interpreting, clarifying, explaining and applying agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc. • Collaborates with other state and local programs, organizations and agencies, and with various stakeholders to promote program goals and objectives • Delivering presentations, stand up training, or instruction to staff, management, clients, or the general public Required: • Experience dealing with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. • Experience communicating complex information effectively in writing and verbally. • Experience ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations and policies. • Ability to monitor performance of a team, as well as individual local implementation sites. • Ability to write and create professional training, presentations, and policies • Experience in data analysis and development of reports through Microsoft Excel or similar programs • Experience implementing federal grants, including ensuring compliance with grant requirements Preferred: • Experience with one of the following evidence-based home visiting models: Parents as Teachers, Nurse-Family Partnership, or Family Spirit • Experience working directly with early childhood populations in an education or health setting • A bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Health, Public Administration and Policy, Health Policy, Health Promotion/Education, Health Science or Community Leadership or related experience • Occasional in state, out of state, overnight and weekend travel may be required. • Serving as a Home Visiting Program Coordinator involves supporting local implementation sites and is not a position providing direct service in clients homes. • This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. • If offered this position, your continued employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. This check will include fingerprinting at various UDOH locations for your convenience. There will be no cost to you and fingerprinting will be completed on the first day of employment or shortly thereafter. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Project Management
Data Analysis
Program Coordination
Regulatory Compliance
Report Writing
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Posted 7 days ago
State of Utah

Human Resources Agency Partner - Department of Workforce Services Field Office

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$60K - 62K a year

Provide strategic HR consulting and employee relations support including compliance with employment laws, performance management, and talent development for multiple state agencies. | Experience in HR with knowledge of federal and state employment laws, strong communication and consultative skills, and ability to manage employee relations and performance issues. | Salary: $29.70 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 47257 Agency: 150 Department of Government Operations Unit: 3511 DGO HR - DWS/DFI/PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION FIELD SERVICES OFFICES Opening Date: 12/05/2025 Closing Date: 12/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt Recruiter: Liz Vander Linden - evander@utah.gov - 801-957-7232 # of Openings: 1 Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Location: This position is currently a hybrid of in-office and telework days (two days a week, in office required) at the Olene Walker Building, 140 E 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Job Description Do you have experience with solving employment liability issues and advising leadership on HR Solutions? The Utah Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) is seeking a Human Resource Agency Partner to deliver high quality HR services. This position will support the Department of Workforces Services (DWS), Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), and Public Service Commission (PSC). As a member of this HR Field team, you will serve as a consultant and strategic advisor to the agency management teams you support, providing comprehensive HR solutions aligned with agency missions, strategic plans, and objectives, including application of FMLA, ADA, corrective/disciplinary action, and workplace investigations. The anticipated pay rate for this position is $29.70 per hour. All candidates selected to fill vacancies at the Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) may be reassigned to other work locations within Salt Lake or Utah counties at any time based on business need. Preference may be given to current DHRM employees. Why You Should Join Our Team This is an opportunity to make a difference in your state! Along with the satisfaction of supporting the hiring needs of this high profile agency. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance.Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer. The Agency To learn more about DHRM,click here. DHRM vision: Evolve then elevate the employee experience. Responsibilities Primary Duties • Business Acumen: Partners with agency leaders to translate agency goals into actionable HR strategies. • Strategic Thinking: Conducts workforce analysis and develops long-term human capital plans. • Consultative Skills: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, employee relations, and talent development. • Relationship Management: Collaborates effectively with HR colleagues and other departments to deliver seamless HR services. • Communication Skills: Presents HR initiatives to agency leaders and facilitates communication between employees and management. • Employee Relations Expertise: Provides guidance on employee relations issues, conducts thorough and impartial investigations, manages ADA accommodations, and administers FMLA leave. Consults,advises, and assists management on employee discipline, recommends appropriate disciplinary actions, and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Effectively demonstrates and advises management encouraging the consistent application of policies and procedures. • Performance Management: Provides guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, including setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews. Consults and advises management on the development and implementation of performance improvement plans, including identifying performance gaps, setting measurable goals, and providing ongoing support and monitoring. • Compliance & Risk Management: Executes job duties in compliance with applicable laws. Provides insight and advice on how to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEO. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of changes in employment law and best practices. • Talent Management Expertise: Supports talent development initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs. • Change Management Expertise:Provides guidance and support to agencies during periods of change. • Data Analysis & Interpretation: Works with HR partners to provide agencies with HR metrics and dashboards to track progress and demonstrate value. Generates standard HR reports, analyzes HR metrics, and identifies areas for improvement. • Training and Development: Identifies training needs, creates engaging training materials, delivers training and evaluates the effectiveness of training programs. • Critical Thinking: Objectively assesses information and makes sound judgments in complex or ambiguous situations. Anticipates potential problems and develops contingency plans. Qualifications Required Qualifications • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. • Proven experience in Human Resources (e.g. employee relations, training & development). • Strong understanding of applicable federal and state employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, Title VII). • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Strong organizational and attention to detail skills. • Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions. • Proven ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders. • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. • High level of work ethic and commitment to excellence. • Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities. • A strong desire for continuous learning and professional development. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, related field or work related experience. • DHRM Preference may be given. Supplemental Information • Employment contingent on passing a background check. • NOTE: Division of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. • Free dedicated employee parking is available at this location. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 ONLY APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. As part of this application process, you must upload your resume into your application profile. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume or work history. "See resume" or "see previous response" is not an acceptable response to any question. Please answer all questions fully. Failure to follow these terms may result in disqualification from further consideration for this position. • I acknowledge I have read and understand the above statement 02 To ensure your potential employment with the Department of Government Operations does not violate the law (Utah Code 52-3-1), or agency policy; if you have any relatives employed with the Department of Government Operations, please list their name below and indicate your relationship. Please note that listing a relative will not automatically disqualify you from employment. If you have no relatives working for the Department of Government Operations, please enter "no relatives at DGO". 03 Please select all the areas of knowledge and working experience you have with: • Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Policies • Division of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Rules • State of Utah Employment Law • Federal Employment Law 04 How many years of professional HR experience do you have in employee liability issues, such as employee performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conducting investigations? • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 05 How many years of experience do you have consulting with management on employee employee liability and other Human Resource issues? • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 06 Please select all the areas of employment law/liability you have professional experience in analyzing, drawing conclusions, or making decisions as an HR professional. • None listed • FMLA • ADA • LTD • Workers' Compensation Claims • Title VII 07 How many years of professional experience do you have crafting written communications effectively and professionally for workplace investigation reports, policies and procedures. • Less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 08 Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting. • State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) • Referred by a Friend or Family • Indeed • Other External Job Board or Site • LinkedIn • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) • DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) • Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.) • Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) • University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.) • Contacted by a Recruiter • Career or Job Fair • Internship • Interviewed for different position • Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.) • Jobwise • Other (not listed above) Required Question

Employee Relations
FMLA
ADA
Workforce Analysis
Performance Management
Talent Development
Change Management
HR Compliance
Training Delivery
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Posted 11 days ago
State of Utah

ESD Operational Manager

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$70K - 90K a year

Manage and supervise Eligibility Services Division staff, oversee program performance, develop community relations, and implement policy changes. | At least 2 years of leadership experience, preferably with Eligibility Supervisor or Program and Training experience, and willingness to travel and manage remotely. | This is an INTERNAL posting for current Department of Workforce Services employees May be filled as a 2-year Career Mobility that may become permanent and will be supervised by Gerald Gappmayer. This employee will manage the daily affairs of a Department of Workforce Services Eligibility Service Division. Principal Duties The Manager III position may perform the following duties: • Supervise and manage the activities of Eligibility Services Division staff including; determining workload, delegating assignment, training, monitoring, evaluating performance and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions. • Provide leadership in the planning, development, coordination and evaluation of program performance and service delivery. • Develop customer relations and community awareness. • Recommends, advocates and/or implements, new and or changes to existing, policies and procedures, laws or regulations. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who: • Has 2 or more years of leadership experience. • Will be able to manage from a distance and be willing to travel as needed to support the supervisors and teams. Preference Preference may be given for two years of Eligibility Supervisor experience or 2 years of Program and Training experience. The Agency The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahn's and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahn's trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here. DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Leadership
Program Management
Staff Supervision
Policy Development
Customer Relations
Training and Evaluation
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Posted 3 months ago
State of Utah

Newborn Screening Educator

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$54K - 86K a year

Educate healthcare providers and families about newborn screening, develop educational resources, assess educational effectiveness, and support newborn screening program operations. | Requires 4 years of public health or nursing experience or a bachelor's degree, plus 1-2 years in public health education, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel statewide. | Salary: $25.96 - $41.19 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 46175 Agency: 250 Health & Human Services Unit: 1528 DHHS NEWBORN SCREENING - UPHL Opening Date: 09/11/2025 Closing Date: 10/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Ashlee Adams - ashleeadams@utah.gov # of Openings: 1 Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128. Job Description Health Program Specialist III - Newborn Screening Educator Newborn Screening Public Health Educator - Looking for innovative, proactive person with fresh ideas and the desire to help the public in educating them in newborn screening. Main role includes educating healthcare professionals and families about newborn screening processes, disorders, and follow-up care to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment for newborns with potentially serious conditions. Public health educator or nurse educator is preferred. Travel throughout the state is required. Due to the nature of this position, compliance to the Utah Department of Health Employee Immunization policy is required. Responsibilities: • Educate healthcare providers, including nurses and midwives, and families about the importance of newborn screening, the tests performed and what happens if a baby's screening is abnormal • Create and update educational programs and resources for various audiences involved in the NBS process. • Assess the quality and effectiveness of educational interventions to ensure they are improving follow-up and education within the newborn screening system • Share information on new disorders, best practices, and policies to relevant stakeholders • Provide support within the newborn screening program with daily duties to ensure the appropriateness of NBS samples. Minimum Requirements: • 4 years experience in Public Health or Nursing OR Bachelor's Degree • 1-2 years' experience in public health education • Passion for public service and newborns • Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing • Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally • Inquisitive, open and friendly personality Preference: • Bachelor Degree in Nursing or Public Health Schedule: • Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position will work a hybrid schedule with two days in the office. • Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. The Agency: The Utah Public Health Laboratory (UPHL) manages laboratory testing through the entire state of Utah. This includes testing and monitoring infectious diseases, managing newborn screenings for chronic diseases, testing and monitoring environmental diseases, managing drug and alcohol blood tests, and managing clinical and environmental laboratory certification programs. UPHL strives to serve its customers and stakeholders with accurate data as quickly as possible. For more information, click Supplemental Information • Due to the nature and types of testing samples this position requires compliance with the Utah Department of Health & Human Services Employee Immunization policy. • This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.The interview selection process is based on your answers to the application questions. Your answers to the questions on this application should be specific to the question that was asked and must be supported by your resume or work history otherwise you may not receive credit. Failure to answer the application questions completely and appropriately may result in disqualification, this includes copy/pasting your resume instead of answering the question. Do you understand and agree to follow the above statement? • Yes • No 02 Are you a current employee of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)? • Yes • No 03 Although not required, preference may be given to applicants with a bachelors-level Nursing or Public Health degree or higher. Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed. • Associates Degree • Bachelors Degree • Masters Degree 04 Indicate the number of years experience you have in Public Health Education • No experience • Less than 1 year • 1-2 years • 3-4 years • 5 or more years 05 Please Indicate the number of years experience you have in Public Health or Nursing • No experience • Less than 1 year • 1-2 years • 3-4 years • 5 or more years 06 Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting. • State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) • Referred by a Friend or Family • Indeed • Other External Job Board or Site • LinkedIn • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) • DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) • Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.) • Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) • University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.) • Contacted by a Recruiter • Career or Job Fair • Internship • Interviewed for different position • Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.) • Other (not listed above) Required Question

Public Health Education
Nursing Knowledge
Newborn Screening
Educational Program Development
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Travel for Work
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Posted 3 months ago
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Customer Service Rep - Claims Examiner II/I

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$43K - 74K a year

Answer customer service calls and process medical claims according to Medicaid guidelines while working a hybrid schedule. | Experience with medical billing or collections, claims processing, and excellent customer service skills are required. | Do you enjoy providing great customer service? Do you have experience with medical billing or claims? If you answered yes to these questions the Office of Medicaid Operations with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services invites you to appy as a Medicaid Claims Examiner II. The Medicaid Claims Examiner II position has two primary functions, to answer incoming customer service calls and to process all types of medical claims based on Medicaid guidelines. You will be required to be logged into the phone system for up to 7 hours/day and take between 70 to 100 calls a day. After training, this position may be eligible to telework from home for up to 3 days per week, with 2 in-office days. Principal Duties As a Medicaid Claims Examiner II you will: • Answer calls about Medicaid benefits, claims, billing practices, and other related information from the medical community and public. • Adjudicate claims. • Respond to phone, electronic, fax and mail inquiries regarding the status and correction of claims. • Explain and interpret Medicaid billing policies, guidelines, benefits and procedures. • May spend time in the document control area. This job may be filled at either of the levels listed below. (Rates as listed or in accordance with DHRM Rule for current state employee.) • Claims Examiner II, $20.49 - $35.38 per hour. • Claims Examiner I, $18.95 - $31.61 per hour. (As a Claims Examiner I, you will receive on the job training and perform the duties described above under close supervision.) The Ideal Candidate has • Experience processing and adjusting electronic and paper claims • Experience with medical billing or collections • Excellent customer service skills Note: as of April 8, 2024, DHHS employees will be working a hybrid schedule, which includes 2 office days per week and 3 telework days. Why work for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services? In addition to the rich benefits the State of Utah offers, the department offers: • On-site fitness center, for a minimal membership fee • UTA Eco Pass, at a discounted monthly rate • Teleworking opportunities with a minimum 2 office days per week beginning 04/2024. • On-site day care center at the Cannon Health Building with First Steps Day Care - contact for rates and availability, 385-382-4012 or firststepschildcareslc@gmail.com For more information on the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, please click here. If offered this position, your employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you for this check. This check will include fingerprinting, which will be available at various DHHS locations for your convenience. Fingerprinting will be completed prior to your first day of employment. You may review the policy by clicking here. • Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date. • This position may currently be a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time and for any reason. • The typical office setting for this job is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. However, you may encounter some risks that are associated with any office setting, for example, the safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. • Standard Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Medical claims processing
Customer service
Medical billing
Claims adjudication
Telework
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Posted 3 months ago
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Healthcare Data Analyst, DHHS

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$60K - 85K a year

Create data summaries, reports, and visualizations; conduct data quality reviews; provide technical assistance; respond to data requests; and support research and evaluation projects. | Strong Microsoft Excel skills, public speaking ability, experience with data analysis and reporting, knowledge of laws and policies on data use, and preferred experience with SQL, R, Python, and healthcare data. | Research Consultant II Data Science Office of Research & Evaluation The Utah Department of Health & Human Services is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to fill the Research Consultant II position. This position is highly technical and provides data analytics services. Requires the ability to write complex SQL queries and reports. This team is responsible for creating data summaries and performance measures, designing visualizations, conducting data reviews for quality issues, providing technical assistance to data users and data suppliers, working within the team to respond to ad hoc data requests, producing data sets, and extracting information data sets. This position will provide specialized expertise in research design, analysis, and data needed to examine issues, trends and program evaluations. Additionally, this role may review data requests for feasibility, assist with planning new and actionable projects, provide feedback to data suppliers on data quality issues, assist with decision making on data quality issues and problem solving with data suppliers, and share opportunities for improvement in guidelines and processes. Other duties may include assisting with data collection and reporting to identify and support decision making and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders. The Agency Why You Should Join Our Team This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of ensuring continuity of public programs, you will also receive health and retirement benefits. These plans include generous paid time off, allowing you to maintain a positive work-life balance. For more information on the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, please click here. Why Join Our Team? This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of a dynamic team. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as generous paid time off. Spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer. If offered this position, your employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you for this check. This check will include fingerprinting, which will be available at various DHHS locations for your convenience. Fingerprinting will be completed prior to your first day of employment. You may review the policy by clicking here. • Contribute to the development of reports and analyses to meet department, statutory, and external partner needs. • Deliver oral presentations to large groups in a professional and engaging manner. • Understand and follow rules, statutes, and department policies regarding data use, data reporting, and data protection. • Provide analytical guidance and support to internal and external data requesters • Assist the office director with responding to legislative and public inquiries, as needed. • Adhere to legislative reporting requirements. • Create data summaries and written reports for various healthcare-related analyses. • Present to various internal and external stakeholder groups. • Assist with data reviews and identifying quality issues. • Design and pull data extracts for various users and use-cases. • Provide technical assistance to data users and data suppliers. • Contribute to grant proposals and projects, as needed. • Provide research and evaluation support to others across the department. • Review data proposals for feasibility. • Understand office revenue and costs. • Work with and hold accountable contracted vendors on enterprise data collection projects. Minimum Qualifications: • Strong Microsoft Excel skills; • Comfort with public speaking and facilitating large meetings; • Experience delivering presentations to cross-sector stakeholders; • Read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures; • See logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions. Preferred Qualification: • Experience working with healthcare data; • Experience delivering presentations to cross-sector stakeholders; • Experience using SQL, R, and/or python for data analysis; • Experience building dashboards in "Python Shiny". If invited to interview, you will be contacted at least one week prior and asked to work on a fictional homework project. You will present a 2-3 page report of your project results during the first 10 minutes of the interview. It is estimated that the project will take 2 to 4 hours of your personal time – depending on your skill level. • Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date. • This position may currently be a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time and for any reason. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. • Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. • DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.

Data Analysis
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Data Visualization
Public Speaking
Research Design
Report Writing
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Posted 4 months ago
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DFCM Finance Director

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$120K - 160K a year

Direct and manage the Division's financial programs, budget preparation, fiscal controls, and legislative budget presentations while supervising staff. | Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or equivalent experience, plus supervisory experience and knowledge of finance and government regulations. | DFCM is hiring for a new Finance Director who will function as the chief fiscal officer for the Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM). The director provides guidance regarding fiscal operations; develops and implements DFCM's budget procedures and controls; manages and reviews the formulation of the Divisions appropriation and budget requests; estimates and analyzes program needs, priorities, revenue sources, federal matching money and legislation; manages the allocation of federal, state or other; evaluates and applies guidelines for budget preparation and process; identifies and assists in the development of automated financial processing applications; assists DFCM's operations by providing detailed analysis of requests, and assists in presenting budget proposals to the Legislature. Principle Duties As the Finance Director, you will: • Direct the financial programs for the Division; establish operational guidelines, goals, priorities and work schedules; determine organizational structure and deploy resources to accomplish Division goals and priorities. • Develop and/or approve department fiscal processes, procedures, and internal controls consistent with State Finance policy and the needs of the Division. • Function as a member of the Division's management staff; provide recommendations regarding budget priorities of the department and alternatives to offset revenue shortfalls and cutbacks. • Direct the preparation of the Divisions budget; develop the appropriation requests consistent with the legislative guidelines; assist the Division Director in presenting the budget to the legislature. • Assess the effectiveness of fiscal programs and controls; develop and implement enhancements to remedy problems and improve effectiveness, including electronic solutions. • Review legislation to determine impact on the operations. Provide recommendations regarding implementation of passed legislation. • Analyze, summarize and/or review data; report findings, interpret results and/or make recommendations. Review fiscal operations to ensure integrity, accuracy and control of data. • Review accounting policies and procedures and serves on statewide accounting manual committee. • Supervise subordinate personnel. • Assist in responding to inquiries and requests made by individual legislators, committees, or subcommittees. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications The best candidate for this position will have: • A bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or six years of full-time professional related employment. • Experience supervising subordinate personnel. About Us The Department of Government Operations provides support to, and enables other state agencies to fulfill their core missions. DFCM is the building manager for all State owned facilities and is responsible for all aspects of construction and maintenance of State Buildings. Our mission is to provide professional services to assist State entities in meeting their facility needs for the benefit of the public. (includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position) • The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. • Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. • Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. • Talking to others to convey information effectively. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. • Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. • Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. • Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. • Actively looking for ways to help people. • Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. • Managing one's own time and the time of others. Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Using mathematics to solve problems. • Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. • Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures. • Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. • Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. • Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data. • Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. • Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems. • Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge of applications and programming. • The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. • The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. • The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. • The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. • The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). • The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. • The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. • The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). • The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). • The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. • The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. • The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. • The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity). • The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material. • The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. • The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Budget preparation and management
Financial program direction
Legislative budget presentation
Fiscal operations and controls
Supervision of personnel
Legislation impact analysis
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Posted 4 months ago
State of Utah

Medical Policy Analyst

State of UtahAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$70K - 100K a year

Develop and revise medical coverage policies, analyze compliance with Medicaid and coding standards, provide expert consultation, and coordinate policy implementation. | At least 4 years of medical coding/billing experience, current AAPC or AHIMA certification, proficiency in coding systems and government healthcare programs, and ability to work hybrid in Utah. | The Office of Healthcare Policy & Authorization (OHPA) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Medical Policy Analyst to join our Medical Policy Team. This pivotal role requires an individual with a strong background in medical coding and billing, as you will be responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and overseeing the correct application of reporting standards for medical service coverage. This position is essential for the development of detailed medical program guidance and the management of core policy functions. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal teams to ensure our policies are both compliant and effectively implemented. Key Responsibilities: • Policy development and revision: Design and revise medical coverage policies in strict adherence to regulations from the American Medical Association (AMA), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and relevant state and federal statutes. • Compliance analysis: Analyze and review claims to assess compliance with established Medicaid policies, guidance, and correct coding standards. • Expert consultation: Provide expert policy recommendations aligned with current coding regulations and industry standards. • Implementation and coordination: Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful and seamless implementation of new and revised policies. Preferred Qualifications: • A minimum of four (4) years of experience applying medical coding, billing, or reporting standards. • Current certification from either the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). • AAPC Certifications: • Certified Professional Coder (CPC), • Certified Professional Biller (CPB), • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or • Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA). • AHIMA Certifications: • Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Desired Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience: • Strong technical writing skills for creating clear and precise policy documents. • Experience with government healthcare programs, particularly Medicaid. • Proficiency in key coding systems including CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, and ICD-10-PCS. • Familiarity with the claims lifecycle, from submission and denial resolution to remittance processes. • In-depth knowledge of industry-standard tools such as the Integrated Outpatient Code Editor (I/OCE), the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), and Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG). Note: as of April 8, 2024, DHHS employees will be working a hybrid schedule, which includes 2 office days per week and 3 telework days. Why work for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services? In addition to the rich benefits the State of Utah offers, the department offers: • On-site fitness center, for a minimal membership fee • UTA Eco Pass, at a discounted monthly rate • Teleworking opportunities with a minimum 2 office days per week beginning 04/2024. • On-site day care center at the Cannon Health Building with First Steps Day Care - contact for rates and availability, 385-382-4012 or firststepschildcareslc@gmail.com For more information on the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, please click here. If offered this position, your employment will be contingent upon passing a background check and review. There will be no cost to you for this check. This check will include fingerprinting, which will be available at various DHHS locations for your convenience. Fingerprinting will be completed prior to your first day of employment. You may review the policy by clicking here. • Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to Utah within 30 days of their start date. • This position may currently be a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days. Please note, a person's eligibility for remote work is establisted by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion, at any time, and for any reason. • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. • Please include with your application at least three recent professional references (within the last five years).

Medical coding and billing
Policy development
Compliance analysis
CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS coding systems
Medicaid program knowledge
Technical writing
Claims lifecycle management
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Posted 4 months ago

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