Operational Project Analyst

The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.  The range is subject to change. 

We are hiring an Operational Project Analyst to join our team! 

Must reside in California - remote position. 

What You Will Be Doing:

The Operational Project Analyst supports the business and programmatic activities within the Operations department. This position involves providing analytical and project management support for business and program planning, implementation, and operational improvement. The Operational Project Analyst utilizes Enterprise Analytics tools, data warehouse resources, and other information systems aligned with the overall strategic objectives of The Health Plan.  

Our Vision:

Continuously improve the health of our community.

Our Mission:

We provide healthcare value and advance wellness through community partnerships.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in Planning Processes: Assist in facilitating short-term and long-term project and program planning. 
• Project Management & Analysis: Provide comprehensive support for business and operational planning, including the preparation of pro-formas and plan documentation. 
• Stakeholder Coordination: Engage with relevant customers and stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of projects and programs. 
• Information & Analysis: Develop and present ad-hoc analyses and information to support management decision-making. 
• Opportunity Evaluation: Assess business opportunities and collaborative relationships to advance departmental goals. 
• Guidance & Tools: Assist with risk assessment and performance measurement to ensure effective planning and prioritization. 
• Project Tracking: Track and oversee the progress of tasks, ensuring timely communication and coordination among stakeholders. 
• Assist in Quality Improvement Initiatives: Support continuous quality improvement efforts across operations. 
• Advanced Analytics: Perform advanced analytics to monitor trends and report findings, identifying opportunities for operational enhancements. 
• Performance Monitoring: Collect operational and benchmarking data, set improvement targets, and track the performance of new programs. 
• Root Cause Analysis: Conduct root cause analyses to understand program performance and identify improvement opportunities. 
• Benchmarking & Research: Support operational improvement through benchmarking programs, member queries, and research studies. 
• Meeting Coordination: Schedule and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking notes, and distributing minutes. 
• Document Management: Archive documents and maintain accurate records for easy access and reference. 

What You Bring:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Required 

• In-depth understanding of departmental, operational, and clinical processes. 
• Strong data modeling, project management, and time management skills. 
• Proficiency in software tools such as Microsoft 365, Visio, and process improvement methodologies. 
• Experience with Enterprise Analytics tools and data warehouse systems. 
• Ability to monitor transparency, federal and state legislation, and implement necessary policy changes. 
• Capable of identifying and resolving problems independently, with minimal supervision. 
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. 
• Experience with ADOS (Analytical Data Operations System) is a plus. 

What You Have:

Education and Experience

Required 

• At least one year of healthcare experience. 
• Experience with Medi-Cal projects and programs. 

Preferred:  

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. 

Licenses, Certifications

What You Will Get:

 HPSJ Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Robust and affordable health/dental/vision with choices in providers
• Generous paid time off (accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO, 4 paid floating holidays including employee’s birthday, and 9 paid holidays)
• CalPERS retirement pension program, automatic employer-paid retirements contributions, in addition to voluntary defined contribution plan
• Two flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Employer-Paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employer-Paid Disability Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Assistance Program
• Health Advocacy
• Supplemental medical, legal, identity theft protection
• Access to exclusive discount mall
• Education and training reimbursement in addition to employer-paid elective learning courses.
• A chance to work for an organization that is mission-driven – our members and community are at the core of everything we do.
• A shorter commute ­– if you’re commuting from the Central Valley to the Bay Area.
• Visibility and variety – you have a chance to work with people at all levels of the organization, and work on diverse projects. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and diversity is one of our core values. We believe that differences including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and other characteristics, will help us create a strong organization that is sensitive to the needs of those we serve. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and merit.

HPSJ provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination based on color, race, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin (including language use) or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable Federal, State or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has these characteristics or is associated with anyone who has or is perceived to have these characteristics. 

Important Notice: This job description is not a contract between HPSJ and the employee performing the job. The duties listed in the job description may be changed at the discretion of HPSJ, and HPSJ may request the employee to perform duties that are not listed on the job description.