Health Systems Improvement Manager (Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1)

Job Description - Health Systems Improvement Manager (Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1) (26000706) Organization Medicaid Agency Contact Name and Information : View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date Oct 5, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Lazarus 5 50 West Town Street Columbus 43215 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation : $40.40/hour Schedule Full-time Union : Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill Health Administration Technical Skills : Health Administration Agency Overview About Us: Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is "the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business", we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help. Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by: Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served. Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs. Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes. Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care. Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services. Job Description Office: Health Innovation & Quality Bureau: Health Research & Quality Classification: Medicaid Health Systems Administrator 1(PN 20102869 ) Job Overview: As the Health Systems Improvement Manager in the Office of Health Innovation & Quality, Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM), your responsibilities will include: Serving as the agency manager to evaluate Medicaid’s programs and initiatives for children to transform health systems through partnership with Ohio’s Medicaid Institutional and non-institutional providers supporting children Conducting program development, program analysis and comparative studies to determine the impact of Medicaid children’s initiatives Evaluating goal achievement of providers participating in programs (e.g. state directed payments) designed to improve health outcomes to Ohio’s most vulnerable populations, specifically children Providing strategic oversight of policies and procedures governing state directed payments for providers of services to children and other similar programs Analyzing and interpreting federal and state regulations, rules and laws to ensure program compliance Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications Completion of graduate core program in business, management or public administration, public health, health administration, social or behavioral science or public finance; 12 mos. exp. in the delivery of a health services program or health services project management (e.g., health care data analysis, health services contract management, health care market & financial expertise; health services program communication; health services budget development, HMO & hospital rate development, health services eligibility, health services data base analysis).

• Or 12 months experience has Medicaid Health Systems Specialist, 65293
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Technical Skills: Health Administration Professional Skills: Collaboration, Managing Meetings, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Consultation, Innovation Supplemental Information Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract. This position is overtime exempt. Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence. Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio