Project and Policy Analyst 4

The Project Policy Analyst 4 position at Patient Contact Center (PCC) leads strategic and operational projects and facilitates the change management process. This position is responsible for project-planning, design, development, leading, and supporting project team members to achieve short-term target goals and long-term organizational initiatives.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing project teams as their work contributes to implementation of service lines, projects, and continue improvement work for the patient contact center. This incumbent will provide assessments, information, and updates to PCC leadership and executive leadership. The Analyst must have a clear understanding of interrelationships of the project teams, projects, services lines, timelines, and must foster and maintain a collaborative relationship between Physicians, Ambulatory Operations and IT. These positions will work on Patient Contact Center related tasks, including, but not limited to:

1. Project-managing and leading the cycle of initiatives such as:
   o Collection of data and current-state workflows;
   o Project development and management;
   o Facilitating and presenting stakeholder meetings for decision-making
   o Training the appropriate project team members to develop training and education
2. Developing and implementing Epic-related workflows and builds to streamline operations such as:
   o Referral Orders (i.e: Order Questions)
   o Appointment Requests
   o Decision Trees and Scheduling Builds
   o Ambulatory Orders (i.e: Order Panels)
   o Referrals and Workqueues
   o Template Management Support
3. Operational and Technical Support such as:
   o Supporting clinical and operational leadership in identifying opportunities to streamline and optimize scheduling
   o Becoming the main liaison between Epic/IT teams and Ambulatory Operations
   o Troubleshooting and resolving scheduling and referral issues related to Epic Cadence

Apply By Date: 11/22/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Healthcare related experience.
• Experience in Epic-related Cadence builds, i.e., end system settings for template modifications.
• Experience with strategic planning, analytical and program evaluation skills to effectively provide sound recommendations, continually examines systems and develops or revises to accommodate change requirements.
• Progressive experience in in health system administration, health care planning, business administration, public administration or a satisfactorily equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong technical skills in Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, Teams, OneNote, Word and utilize platforms for presenting and leading meetings.
• Ability to present data analytics and updates to leadership, and all levels of various stakeholders required.
• Ability to apply advanced problem-resolution skills to highly complex issues, quickly diagnose problems, and develop, test, and implement appropriate and effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Excellent organizational skills and capacity to manage many interrelated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy in communication and use conflict resolution techniques.
• Interpret data and reports to communicate results and train others.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals to secure and/or provide information to clarify situations, and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and develop/manage partnerships, seeking input from others, and creating ad hoc teams as required to address challenging problems.
• Skills to analyze complex information or problems in an objective manner and derives logical conclusions to provide a sound basis for establishing priorities, selecting appropriate courses of action for pursuit or recommendations to others, and to resolve conflicts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and develop/manage partnerships, seeking input from others, and creating ad hoc teams as required to address challenging problems.
• Understands the importance of maintaining confidentiality of hospital and patient information at all times.
• Can articulate and support the UCDHS mission, vision, and values as well as departmental goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma or PMP certification
• Certified or Accredited in Epic Cadence
• Bachelor's degree
• Healthcare experience in an academic institution or large integrated health system experience.

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Project Management and Implementation
• 25% - Business Analysis & Customer Management
• 5% - Template Management Support

Department Overview

The UC Davis Health Patient Contact Center is a developing service area tasked with providing the highest possible levels of patient / customer service to consumers seeking services or information within the health system. This position will support projects related to this department.

Department Specific Job Scope

This position will help expedite special projects, process optimization, workflow symmetry, and other special tasks between both specialty and primary care service lines supported by PCC Operations. The role will help expedite change management as designed by operations to support ambulatory initiatives, goals, and customer requests. The position will work dynamically with all levels of leadership within ambulatory operations both inside and outside the PCC to expedite accurate, thorough, compassionate, and efficient change management.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $85,500.00 - $157,300.00
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade: Grade 23
• UC Job Title: PROJECT POLICY ANL 4
• UC Job Code: 007399
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Day shift, Monday-Friday
• Location: Patient Contact Center (HSP166)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy or and our .

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours