Full-Time

Senior Research Analyst

Posted on 1/3/2025

Oklahoma State Government

Oklahoma State Government

201-500 employees

Manages state-funded health care costs and quality

Government & Public Sector
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$60.9kAnnually

Senior

Oklahoma City, OK, USA

Candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at the Oklahoma City office.

Category
Data Management
Data Analysis
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Power BI
Tableau
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

You match the following Oklahoma State Government's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • A bachelor’s degree which includes 9 semester hours in statistics, statistical research methods, economics, demographic or social research statistics
  • 2 years of experience in technical statistical and research work
  • A master’s degree in a social science, business administration or public administration which includes 9 semester hours of advanced statistical methods.
Responsibilities
  • Design, produce, and analyze database reports using various software applications like Business Objects, Access, Excel, Tableau, or Power BI.
  • Consult with interagency divisions and external organizations to drive program objectives and recommend standards for monitoring and evaluating program measures.
  • Serve on teams and workgroups to facilitate new or innovative thinking and perform related tasks as assigned.
  • Manage reporting activities, research, and analysis for federal and state programs, ensuring compliance and submission of necessary deliverables, and communicate with departmental and CMS officials to evaluate and monitor program direction.
  • Identifies potential operational and contractual issues and participates in the formulation of procedures to resolve conflicts or provide clarification, which includes referrals to the appropriate departments or other agencies.
  • Properly identifies & resolves inquiries and unit issues.
  • Takes initiative to problem solve issues found in the unit, communicates with supervisor, and suggests solutions and/or assists when a unit need arises.
  • Reviews and analyzes proposed updates and system modifications and testing as needed. Prepares analysis of data and the presentation of that data collected.
Desired Qualifications
  • Certifications in any of the following areas: Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), SAS Certified Statistical Business Analyst, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, Project Management Professional (PMP), Advanced certification in SQL or Business Objects
  • Advanced education
  • Tableau Desktop Specialist/Professional
  • Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate (Power BI)
  • Working knowledge of Money Follows the Person (MFP)
  • Experience working with Medicaid-funded programs, Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS), or Money Follows the Person (MFP) initiatives.
  • Familiarity with healthcare provider contracts and performance monitoring.
  • Strong customer service or case management background, ideally in a health or human services agency.
Oklahoma State Government

Oklahoma State Government

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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) manages the costs of health care funded by the state in Oklahoma. It ensures that the health care services provided meet acceptable standards while also creating a positive system for citizens who rely on these services. OHCA's main functions include purchasing health care efficiently, analyzing ways to improve accessibility and quality, and building partnerships to enhance health outcomes for Oklahomans. The agency serves low-income individuals, families, and vulnerable populations who depend on state-funded health care. Unlike private health care providers, OHCA focuses on cost control, quality assurance, and accessibility within the public health sector. Its goal is to responsibly allocate state and federal funds to procure health care services, ensuring that fiscal responsibility is maintained while meeting health care standards.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$4.1M

Headquarters

Kansas City, Missouri

Founded

1953

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What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expansion improves accessibility and reduces costs for state-funded health care.
  • Value-based care models incentivize quality, improving outcomes and controlling costs.
  • Medicaid expansion increases funding and coverage options, enhancing access to care.

What critics are saying

  • Potential federal funding cuts could impact OHCA's service levels.
  • Leadership changes may lead to instability and affect health care initiatives.
  • Increased demand from reduced DDS waitlist may strain OHCA's resources.

What makes Oklahoma State Government unique

  • OHCA focuses on cost control and quality assurance in state-funded health care.
  • The agency serves diverse populations, including low-income and vulnerable groups.
  • OHCA fosters strategic partnerships to improve health outcomes for Oklahomans.

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