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Quality Assurance Nursing Consultant

State of Arizona -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
From $71,032 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Parental leave
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Nursing policy compliance
Record keeping
Health & safety investigations
Agency management
Operational analysis
Investigations regulatory compliance
Long-term care regulations
Case assessment
RN License
Quality of care (regulatory compliance area)
Managed care organization experience
Safety regulations
Internal compliance auditing
Metrics Reporting
Research
Mid-level
Internal investigations
Trend analysis
3 years
Quality reports
Medicaid health insurance
Analysis skills
Driver's License
Policy & process development
Pre-authorization review for utilization management
Data management
Clinical performance metrics
Utilization management
Social service program quality assurance
Medical treatment knowledge

Full Job Description

541504

PHOENIX
REMOTE OPTIONS

AHCCCS

Full-time

AHCCCS

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.

AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.

Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.

Quality Assurance Nursing Consultant

Division of Fee for Service Management (DFSM)

Job Location:

Phoenix - 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Tucson - 7202 East Rosewood Street, Suite 125 Tucson, Arizona 85710

Posting Details:

Starting salary at $71,032 and may be increased based on experience and qualifications.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open until filled

Job Summary:

This position will work independently applying clinical knowledge, judgment, and expertise to assess, coordinate, and monitor service delivery. This position will complete comprehensive assessments of available resources on service providers and individual members; review case material to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and policies; and provide timely resolution of multiple cases assigned. This position will also be responsible for identifying systemic issues for AHCCCS to address.

This position will be hybrid with some in-office meetings, on-site investigations at least 20% of your time, and reviews as needed. Occasionally, this position may also participate as needed in urgent on-site investigations and reviews outside of normal business hours and weekends.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Monitor compliance with State and Federal regulations pertaining to quality management processes, tracking, and trending quality of care concerns and/or health and safety/immediate jeopardy concerns. Receive, research, document, and resolve quality of care and/or health and safety issues utilizing standardized processes. Track, trend, and monitor the status of cases to ensure accurate and timely completion and appropriate referrals using a centralized case management tracking database. Ensure research and resolution of issues or concerns promptly as assigned and identify systemic issues for AHCCCS to address.
Contributes clinical knowledge to assist in the resolution of quality of care concerns, clinical reviews and Operational Reviews. Completes an independent review of data management and other deliverables, technical assistance, and focused studies/reviews, including the behavioral health delivery system, to ensure compliance with contractual and policy requirements for all lines of business. Follow-up on written reports, action plans, provider education, and related actions as appropriate.
Conduct on-site investigations regarding possible health and safety concerns, immediate jeopardy situations, and other situations supporting AHCCCS initiatives and ventures. On-site visits may also occur outside of normal business hours and weekends for immediate and urgent situations.
Ensure quality of care to AHCCCS members, including ensuring member dignity and respect, focused on their unique special health care needs, timely correspondence, and resolution of the quality of care concern. Use independent judgment regarding data to research, status level, interventions, and appropriate resolution.
Develop improved processes and procedures to improve the efficiency of the unit. Lead special projects and reviews to ensure completion within the designated timelines. Provide ongoing updates to Management.
Develop metrics for population-specific outcome objectives. Tracking, evaluation, analysis, and revision of metrics as needed based on the ongoing analysis of member data.
Provide education and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, as appropriate, regarding covered services, and contractual or policy requirements, accurately and consistently to improve compliance with AHCCCS requirements and improve quality of care and service to AHCCCS members.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

State and Federal Policies and Procedures governing Title XIX, Title XXI, Managed Care, and LTC Supports and Services
Current standards of medical/ behavioral practice and modes of delivery for acute and non-acute medical/behavioral care/services
Data management and utilization review regulations, rules and processes
AHCCCS and Medicaid regulations, policies, and procedures and applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and rules
Medical/nursing practice, medical case management protocols, utilization review protocols as related to the acute, LTC, chronic long-term elderly and physically disabled, developmentally disabled, and behavioral/mental health
Case management development, implementation, and ongoing review

Skill in:

Acute nursing and clinical processes including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation
Clinical assessment skill
Techniques to select a particular approach to analyze develop or implement a policy, project management methodologies, and Behavioral Health delivery system
Problem-solving techniques, evaluation, and initiation of appropriate action
Excellent communication, verbal and written
Organizational skills for setting priorities, workload, and record-keeping
Strong interpersonal skills in working with agency management, and people of diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds
Project management to meet goals and deadlines
Research and analytical skills
Documentation and reporting of data and trends

Ability to:

Strong ability to collaborate with others for a mutually beneficial outcome
Interpret clinical information and assess implications for treatment
Read, interpret and apply complex rules and regulations
Independent decision making, yet knowing when to elevate an issue or concern
Assess variables which impact health and functioning
Make effective decisions in a high volume, fast paced environment
Write comprehensive reports

Selective Preference(s):

Minimum: Must maintain a current Arizona medical license (RN or higher) or Arizona Behavioral Health license (Associate or higher) and 3 years of relevant healthcare experience. May require a valid Arizona Driver License for travel-related duties.

Preferred: Experience in Prior Authorization, Utilization Management, claims review, auditing, or managed care; knowledge of population served.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:

10 paid holidays per year
Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
A variety of learning and career development opportunities

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Lifetime Pension Benefit Program

Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement.
Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).

Deferred Retirement Compensation Program

Voluntary participation.
Program administered through Nationwide.
Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing [email protected].
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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Division of Fee for Service Management (DFSM)

Phoenix - 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Tucson - 7202 East Rosewood Street, Suite 125 Tucson, Arizona 85710

Starting salary at $71,032 and may be increased based on experience and qualifications.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open until filled

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Division of Fee for Service Management (DFSM)

Phoenix - 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Tucson - 7202 East Rosewood Street, Suite 125 Tucson, Arizona 85710

Starting salary at $71,032 and may be increased based on experience and qualifications.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 22

Closing Date: Open until filled

Phoenix - 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Tucson - 7202 East Rosewood Street, Suite 125 Tucson, Arizona 85710