Job Description
Job Description
The Division of Health Benefits in partnership with the North Carolina Health Information Exchange Authority is seeking an experienced Advanced Planning Document (APD) Writer.
The Division of Health Benefits, NC Medicaid, Advanced Planning Office (APO), in partnership with the North Carolina Health Information Exchange Authority (NC HIEA), is seeking an experienced Advanced Planning Document (APD) Writer with experience in developing APDs and related materials to support health information technology (IT) and health information exchange initiatives. This includes maintaining documentation related to State and/or Federal reporting, policies/procedures, and/or IT system requirements.
The selected person will:
·Develop and maintain APDs and Technology-related documentation for federal financial proposals (similar to grants) and planning documents within required timelines for HIE and Medicaid IT Projects.
·Develop clear, concise, and compliant documentation, including supporting financial justifications, policies, procedures, and system requirements. Work closely with agency management, project teams, and subject matter experts to gain an understanding of project and related requirements to develop appropriate document content.
·Facilitate and coordinate document review meetings, revisions, and approvals for submission to state and federal sponsors.
·Organize material and complete writing assignments according to agency standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
·Perform technical and detailed writing, editing, and proofreading of required supporting documentation.
·Utilize a combination of computer and critical thinking skills.
·Exercise professional confidentiality and discretion.
Required/Desired Skills SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperiencePrior experience developing APDs or related documents (e.g., RFPs, RFIs, contracts).Required3YearsWorking knowledge of government regulations as they pertain to the grant proposal and APD writing process.Required3YearsExpert experience executing against multiple priorities/projects.Required5YearsProficient use of project collaboration and tracking tools (Microsoft Project Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.)Required5YearsAbility to interpret Medicaid policies to ensure compliance with CMS regulations.Required3YearsSignificant writing, proofreading, and editing skills.Required5YearsDemonstrated project management, training and facilitating experience.Required5YearsDemonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration experience.Required5YearsPrior experience in procurement, budgeting, or accounting.Required5YearsPrior experience preparing health IT proposals or working in the healthcare technology environment.Highly desired5YearsWell organized and possess excellent team-building skills.Required5YearsExperience utilizing time management capabilities in high-stress writing environments.Required3YearsPrior experience working with NC Medicaid and/or the NC HIEA.Highly desired3YearsExperience in the development of documents based on information obtained through requirements gathering.Required5YearsFamiliarity with health IT and health information exchange concepts.Required3Years Questions No.QuestionQuestion1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?Question2Please list candidate’s email address.Question3Please indicate how soon this candidate is available to start work. Vendors are encouraged to submit candidates that are available for the duration of the assignment.Question4Vendor must disclose to the agency if the candidate will be subcontracted at the time of submission. Do you accept this requirement?Question5Vendor must notify the agency if any portion of the requirements listed in this task order are to be outsourced to other countries. Do you accept this requirement?Question6Candidates submitted above the rate of $85 will not be considered. Do you accept this requirement?Question7Payment for all approved hours will be paid at the straight hourly rate regardless of the total hours worked by the engaged resource. It is the responsibility of the supplier to adhere to any applicable compensation laws including payment for overtime hours. Do you accept this requirement?Question8Please confirm you have thoroughly validated, and attest to the accuracy of, the credentials listed throughout this candidate’s VectorVMS profile and resume pursuant to Section 5.2.5 of ITS-009440. Do you confirm?