What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Data Analytics Specialist (Health Services Policy Specialist) position at Ohio Department of Medicaid?
What You Will Do At ODM
Office: Data & Integrated Systems
Bureau: Strategic & Performance Analytics
Classification: Health Services Policy Specialist (PN 20099220)
Job Overview
The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking an experienced analytic professional to be part of our Bureau of Strategic & Performance Analytics. This position is cross disciplinary and provides the right candidate with the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to the development of new processes that inform the health care of three million Ohioans. We are looking to fill the following position:
State Directed Payment (SDP) Analytics Specialist –
Completion of undergraduate core coursework & 12 mos. exp. in one of following: health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics, public health, or comparable field; 2 yrs. exp. in health services research &/or health policy analysis; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications with emphasis on relational data bases, use of computer hardware, software used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis, graphics presentation & word processing; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis.
Technical Skills: Health Administration, Data Modeling, Data Visualization
Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Innovation
Organization
Medicaid
Agency Contact Name and Information
humanresources@medicaid.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jan 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Lazarus 5
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$38.49/hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
1199
Primary Job Skill
Data Analytics
Technical Skills
Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Health Administration
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Innovation
Primary Technology
Not Applicable
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.
Responsibilities
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:
Office: Data & Integrated Systems
Bureau: Strategic & Performance Analytics
Classification: Health Services Policy Specialist (PN 20099220)
Job Overview
The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking an experienced analytic professional to be part of our Bureau of Strategic & Performance Analytics. This position is cross disciplinary and provides the right candidate with the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to the development of new processes that inform the health care of three million Ohioans. We are looking to fill the following position:
State Directed Payment (SDP) Analytics Specialist –
- Works on an interdisciplinary team on topics related to SDP and health equity, health outcomes & quality improvement, and performance metric design.
- Participates in project teams to assist in the development of tools, metrics, dashboards, and models to aid policy decision-making.
- Responds to requests for data from internal and external stakeholders.
- Conducts literature reviews to identify and implement best practices in program oversight.
- Prepares reports related to state and federal requirements.
- Develops best practices that drive improved health outcomes across the state.
- Attends meetings to assist in the development of tools, metrics, dashboards, and models to aid policy decision-making.
- Familiarity with healthcare data/policy and experience in quality improvement methods and performance metric design are preferred
Completion of undergraduate core coursework & 12 mos. exp. in one of following: health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics, public health, or comparable field; 2 yrs. exp. in health services research &/or health policy analysis; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications with emphasis on relational data bases, use of computer hardware, software used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis, graphics presentation & word processing; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis.
- Or completion of graduate core coursework in health services administration, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, public administration, allied health sciences, nursing, economics or comparable field; 2 yrs. exp. in health services research &/or health policy analysis; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in research methodology, measurement & testing, analysis of variance & survey sampling; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in use of computer programs/applications with emphasis on relational data bases, use of computer hardware, software used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & word processing; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in multiple regression or multivariate analysis.
- Or 2 yrs. exp. as Health Services Analyst, 65211.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Technical Skills: Health Administration, Data Modeling, Data Visualization
Professional Skills: Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Innovation
Organization
Medicaid
Agency Contact Name and Information
humanresources@medicaid.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jan 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Lazarus 5
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$38.49/hour
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
1199
Primary Job Skill
Data Analytics
Technical Skills
Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Health Administration
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Innovation
Primary Technology
Not Applicable
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.
Responsibilities
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.
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