Texas Health and Human Services is looking for a dental policy analyst for its HHSC Medical and Dental Benefits Program. As they say, "If you enjoy researching, writing policy and remaining current with dental practices, and are interested in being part of a team that develops dental benefits delivered in Texas Medicaid, this may be the perfect position for you!"
Dental Analyst position
The position requires a dental hygienist or nurse. Maybe you know someone that would qualify?
"The Dental Policy Analyst (Program Specialist VI) performs complex dental policy analysis and consultation. The position leads the development, planning and implementation of dental benefits for Texas Medicaid, including participating, and at times leading committees, work groups, and activities as requested.
"In addition, the Dental Policy Analyst will collaborate with HHSC staff and others, develop Medicaid materials and other documents, and support other team members in the development of Medicaid medical and dental benefit policy.
"Ideal candidates are individuals who thrive in an environment which emphasizes teamwork to achieve goals, excellence through high professional standards and personal accountability, stretching to continuously grow and learn, critical thinking for effective accomplishment and integrity to do things right when what is right is not easy." Apply for Job Posting Number 538211 here.
General Policy Analyst
HHS is also looking for a General Policy Analyst for Medicaid.
"If you enjoy researching, writing, and keeping current with the latest evidence-based practices, and are interested in being part of a team that develops medical benefits delivered in Texas Medicaid, then this may be your dream job! The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Medicaid CHIP Services (MCS) department seeks a highly qualified candidate for a General Policy Analyst position which reports to one of the Medical and Dental Benefits Policy Managers in the Office of Policy, Medicaid and CHIP Services Department. The General Policy Analyst (Program Specialist V) performs complex medical policy analysis and consultation. The position leads the development, planning, and implementation of medical benefits for Texas Medicaid, including participating, and at times leading committees, work groups, and activities as requested. While the General Policy Analyst's work will be primarily focused on medical related topics, if other needs arise or are prioritized by the department, the analyst could be asked to work on policy topics other than medical. Flexibility in this position is important." Apply for Job Posting Number 543374 here.
We are posting these to TDMR as perhaps there are provider-friendly individuals that might want to apply.