Functional Architect

OBJECTIVES OF ENGAGEMENT

This contract position reports to the Metrics and Analytics Section Chief. The Functional Architect provides analytical support for the Office of Long Term Living s programs. This position will assist in the collection, preparation, validation and distribution of data to various requesting stakeholders. The position will also lead in the design of standard operating procedures (SOP), process flow diagrams and the tracking of all outgoing data requests.

RESOURCES

OLTL shall provide office space within its office at OLTL, in the Forum Place Building, Harrisburg, PA. In addition, OLTL will supply all necessary hardware, software, network connection, phone and fax for daily use as needed to complete assigned work items. This position is telework eligible.

TASKS TO BE PERFORMED

Specific work items for the contractor are:

Determines and documents requirements for diagnosis level reporting
Follows current process and continuously improves data reporting based on quality standards
Provides expertise for defining functional architecture and infrastructure, using LEAN principles
Lead analyst in the oversight and tracking of data requests by using the existing data governance structure
Lead analyst in the design of SOP and process flow diagrams for effective cross training and knowledge transfer
Provide succinct analysis in addition to providing data charts and graphs
Support the Program Development and Innovation section on special studies and research requested by DHS or OLTL bureaus
Provide innovative ways to use existing data to improve program outcomes and efficiencies, including predictive analytics and business intelligence
Collaborate and build relations with program and policy staff
Assist in the development and support of monitoring OLTL s program performances
Participate and recommend specifications for new program performance measures
Assist in the development and data dashboards and other data visualizations
Maintain project documentation and work plans
Create executive level reports and presentations
Provide support in other projects as assigned by the Section Chief or above level management
Attend meetings as assigned by the Section Chief or above level management

CONTRACTOR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor s Degree.
Minimum of three (3) years of healthcare industry experience, preferably with a health plan, a pharmacy, or health tech environment.
A working knowledge of healthcare operations to include: enrollment, claims, customer service and appeals.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Applied analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, including Access, Excel, power point and word.
Proven ability to lead a team and successfully complete assignments.
Ability to extract data from various data sources and warehouses.
Ability to create executive level presentations.
Working knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare
Proficiency in SAS
Proficiency in SQL
Experience in Healthcare Quality measures, utilization studies, and Healthcare analytics