Intern, Population Health

Description

Summary/Position Objectives:

The Population Health Data Analytics Summer Intern will support the Population Health Department in advancing data-driven strategies that improve health outcomes, reduce disparities, and inform programmatic decision-making. This internship provides hands-on experience working with real-word health care and social determinants of health (SDoH) data in a managed care Medicaid population health setting. The intern will collaborate closely with the Population Health leadership, data analytics team and managers to collect, interpret and translate data into actional insights to identify member needs focused on subpopulations, health disparities; opportunities for improvements in current/future program and community base organization network development.

By the end of the summer the intern will:

• Gain an understanding of how Medicaid managed care organizations reviews and analyze data to address social needs and improve population health outcomes. 
• Collect and analyze population-level and programmatic data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities related to social needs (e.g., housing, food, transportation). 
• Develop skills in translating social care and population health data into actionable insights for population health segmentation and strategy.
• Strengthen professional competencies in health equity, population health analytics, and community partnership strategy.

About Maryland Care Management, Inc. (MCMI)

Maryland Care Management, Inc. (MCMI) manages Maryland Physician Care's (MPC) statewide provider network of hospitals and physicians. Maryland Physicians Care has been providing services to the HealthChoice Medicaid populations since 1996, and we are proud of our footprint in the community. With over 230,000 members, MPC consistently has been one of MD's largest Medicaid-managed care organizations.

Why join us?

Your future colleagues at MCMI are welcoming, friendly, and eager to help each other succeed. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, providing organizational-wide social opportunities, and constantly improving our ongoing efforts to positively impact our members' lives.

What You'll Do: 

• Work with the population health director and the analytics team to prepare the population health assessment. 
• Support the community-based organization manager to identify ways to develop the CBO network.
• Work with data analytics and health education specialists to develop methodology for health education effectiveness.
• Work with the data analytics and health educators to review community schools data to develop future health education programming.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with the population health teams.
• Ensure communication activities are based on principles, methods, and best practices. 
• Complete assigned tasks within established timeframes.
• Attend internal and external meetings as requested.
• Manage project work, as needed, including quality assurance and deliverable compliance.

Secondary Functions:

• Work from home position. 
• Observe confidentiality of health records in accordance with MPC policies and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; solid analytical and organization skills; and foundation project management abilities.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, professionalism, and sound judgment with ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of team. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data visualization or analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, R) is a plus.

Education and Work Experience:

• Current undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor’s in health-related field (e.g. public health, medicine, community health, health informatics) or community health or services.
• Course completion in health-related and data analysis relevant coursework.
• Prior academic or work experience in public health, community-based care, health or social services preferred. 

EEOC Statement: 

Following applicable federal, state, and local laws, MCMI prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. 

As a healthcare organization, we recognize the vital importance of inclusivity in delivering quality care to our patients. We strive to foster an environment where individuals of all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and supported. We aim to better comprehend the unique needs of our patients and provide healthcare services that are culturally competent and sensitive. 

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to provide compassionate and inclusive healthcare. We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our organization and allows us to better understand, connect with, and serve our diverse patient population.