RHTP Program Specialist

Health Program Specialist II - Rural Health Transformation Program Specialist

Are you driven by purpose and passionate about ensuring access to vital health information and services? Do you thrive on coordinating complex programs, educating stakeholders, and solving intricate policy puzzles? We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented RHTP Program Specialist to play a pivotal role in the administration and success of our critical rural health programs.

As a Health Program Specialist II, you will be on the front lines of program support. Your decisions and communications will directly affect program economics, policy implementation, and client well-being. If you possess a strong working knowledge of health program policies, a commitment to compliance, and a passion for serving Utah's rural communities, we encourage you to apply!

You will be involved in a dynamic mix of activities, including :

• Coordination & Communication : Educating RHTP health care program partners, staff, medical institutions, and the public on rural health program policies, operating procedures, and program eligibility.
• Program Development & Monitoring : Participating in the planning, design, development, and monitoring of health programs or specific program components.
• Technical Expertise & Training : Providing specialized technical knowledge, conducting training, and delivering professional presentations.
• Quality Control & Evaluation : Implementing quality control measurements and evaluating program effectiveness.
• Analysis & Reporting : Auditing, investigating, compiling statistics, analyzing data, assisting with grant writing, developing recommendations, and completing comprehensive reports.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Become an integral part of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. Experience a sense of achievement for meaningful work and enjoy a work-life balance! We offer great health benefits and retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a balanced work schedule to afford quality time spent with your family.

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP) : 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage. 5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage. 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS) : Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7 / 1 / 2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System. Employees hired on or after 7 / 1 / 2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k)). Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

Paid Time Off : Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick). Annual leave amounts increase with years of service. We have 12 paid holidays.

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The Agency

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Responsibilities

PRINCIPLE DUTIES Typical duties of the Health Program Specialist II include :

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferences The following experience or skills may be of benefit to you, but the absence of them will not, in any way, exclude you from consideration. The hiring manager may identify additional related skills and requirements as preferences in making hiring and promotion decisions.

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