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Job description
University of Colorado Anschutz Department: School of Medicine, Office of the Dean
Job Title: Medical Director & Associate Dean, Medicaid Services
Position #: - Requisition #:39675
This position entails graduated responsibility leading CU Medicine and School of Medicine (SOM) services that enable success in relationships and activities that support the patient population insured by Health First Colorado (Medicaid). This includes the CMS Supplemental Payment Program, also known as Upper Payment Limit (UPL), and engagement with external partners including Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Finance, Regional Accountable Entities and local Health Care Alliances.
Key Responsibilities
Supplemental Payment Program - Individual will play a key contributing role in management of the Medicaid supplemental funding program. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited toWork collaboratively with the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Finance (HCPF) UPL team
Fulfill requirements of the Interagency Agreement (IA) and oversee periodic revisions to the IA
Support development of annual Scopes of Work (SOW) and provide direct oversight of SOW management, inclusive of deliverables tied to "at risk" funding.
Provide clinical expertise and insight crucial to continued Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing partnership.
Participate in HCPF/CUSOM annual review meetingProvide clinical leadership to CU Medicine UPL team
Lead contributor on specialty care environmental scan reporting and SWOT analysis
Provide clinical expertise and insight crucial to program administration
Attend and contribute to monthly HCPF/CU Medicine combined workgroup meetings and related bodies of work
Partner with Program Director on budgeting and general fiscal stewardship
Partner with Program Director on development of reporting analytics
Attend frequent ad hoc HCPF meetings to provide clinical insight and expertise
Review reports prior to submission
Site visit PowerPoint decks
SOW deliverables
Semi-annual reports
Legislative Request for Information (LRFI)Directly engage with current and potential SOM department UPL project leadership teams
Understand current project focus, structure, and performance
Meet with department/project leadership as needed to
Interface with overall UPL activities
Gather information needed for specialty care environmental scan reporting and SWOT analyses
Review performance and identify opportunities for improvement
Assist with project renewal processIdentify and coordinate development of new opportunities to improve quality and efficiency for Health First Colorado members and UPL projects and programs
Provide representation for internal and external stakeholder committees and initiatives including but not limited toPromotion of eConsult utilization in collaboration with the University of Colorado Care Collaborative
Coordinate University of Colorado Governmental Affairs review of LRFI and participation in HCPF annual review
Participate in Colorado Access activities including the Integrated Network Provider Advisory Committee and Quality Improvement Committee
Participate in Aurora Health Alliance meetings and subgroups
Organizational Relationships
Year One reports directly to Sr. Medical Director, CU Medicine/Associate Dean, University of Colorado School of Medicine
Subsequent direct report to Senior Associate Dean, Administration & Finance, University of Colorado School of Medicine/Executive Director, CU Medicine
Works collaboratively as a leadership dyad partner with the CU Medicine Director, Office of Value Based Performance & Strategy
Works collaboratively with all members of the CU Medicine executive leadership team, including other medical directors
Time Commitment
Year 1: 0.3 FTE
Subsequent Years: 0:4 FTE
Work Location
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us
The CU Anschutz School of Medicine offers comprehensive, lifelong, interdisciplinary learning for health care professionals. With state-of-the art laboratories for discovery and innovation, a commitment to decreasing health disparities and increasing health equity, and faculty who provide world-class clinical care, the CU Anschutz School of Medicine is transforming the health care landscape.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
University of Colorado School of Medicine Faculty Member in good standing, minimum of five years
Previous leadership experience in a University of Colorado School of Medicine clinical care setting
Experience interacting across multiple CU SOM departments
Experience interacting with external stakeholders such as government agencies, health care organizations, or community non-profit organizations
Preferred Qualifications
Public Health experience is valuable but not required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Track record of success in high-stakes negotiations
Screening of Applications Begins
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received June 30, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:
An administrative supplement of $15,000-$20,000 per annum.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at
Background Check Statement
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
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Worksite address
aurora, CO, 80012, US
Who can apply
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