Quality Assurance Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4)

**For a full review of the position description, please****.*** Experience supporting the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities, expand culturally responsive and inclusive services, factor in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.* Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes is valued in this position.* Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid administration in Oregon.* Experience and knowledge evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of administrative and technical programs within the context of health policy / healthcare services. Experience using health care expenditure, utilization, quality and outcomes data in large information systems.* Experience presenting and articulating the value and relevance of research and evaluation data and data mapping to facilitate quality assurance, strategic planning, and decision-making. This includes demonstrated ability to use advanced statistical and analytic tools such as SQL, R, SPSS, SAS, Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and related applications.* Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums; experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information, verbal and written, that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and appropriate.* Ability to provide organizational leadership to foster inter- and cross-agency collaboration and to shape systems-wide community-centered policies, programs, and continuous (performance / quality / process) improvement strategies* Ability to navigate complex relationships through collaborative problem-solving, consensus-building, and solution-focused approaches, recognizing positionality and fostering power-sharing dynamics.**We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authority’s mission and values. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click** **, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.****How to Apply:** Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your **resume, cover letter,** and answer all **supplemental questions**. - External Candidates: Visit the

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found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.* Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out !* This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Research Analyst 4 position based in Salem, Oregon.* This is a HYBRID/(15% IN-OFFICE) position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.* Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Juan McGruder at Voice: [503-302-0454] (TTY 711) or Email: Juan.A.McGruder@oha.oregon.gov.* For Workday technical support dial 1-855-524-5627.* Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.* include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.* Possible eligibility for the .* Membership in the

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benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. #J-18808-Ljbffr