Medicaid Analyst 1-2
Medicaid Analyst 1-2
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Supplemental Information
- The Louisiana Department of Health is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through direct provision of quality services the development and stimulation of services of others and the utilization of available resources in the most effective manner.LDH serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.
About this position:
This position is located within the Louisiana Department of Health / Medical Vendor Administration / Eligibility Field Operations/ Region 9 / Tangipahoa Parish
Announcement Number: MVA/PJ/207798
Cost Center:
Position Number(s): 172480
This vacancy is being announced as a Classified position and may be filled as a Probational or Promotional appointment.
Medicaid Analyst 12- Are you experienced in healthcare administration and looking for a new challenge
- Do you value time management are you organized and can make independent decisions
- Are you motivated energetic and excited to become part of the LDH Medicaid team
A Career as a Medicaid Analyst may be just the right fit for you!
Let us give you a little history!
Medicaid began in 1965 as a federal and state partnership under Title XIX of the Social Security Act. Medicaid is administered and operated by the Louisiana Department of Health according to federal laws and regulations. As it expands into the health care reform era our Medicaid analysts continue to assess our citizens healthcare needs.
Who do we serve
Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of citizens including eligible lowincome adults children pregnant women elderly adults and people with disabilities. We work diligently to provide our citizens with managed care services Healthy Louisiana Health Plans excellent customer service and realtime eligibility.
What do we offer
Medicaid Analysts working in LDH are eligible for Longevity Pay Special Entrance pay rates and receive extensive on the job training. We also offer a competitive benefits package and eligibility for remote work for qualifying employees.
Premium Pay Rate: Special Entrance Rate (SER)
Medicaid Analyst 1 $16.42/hr.$1313.60 biweekly
Medicaid Analyst 2 $17.56/hr.$1404.80 biweekly
Longevity Authorized Rate (for hours worked)
0 months to less than 3 years $1.00/hr.
3years to less than 6 years $1.50/hr.
6years or greater $2.00/hr.
Please visit the Benefits tab on this job announcement for more information about the states competitive benefits package.
What do Medicaid Analysts do
The Medicaid Analyst (MA) is a position responsible for acquiring an extensive knowledge of Medicaid policy and procedures and using the same tools to make timely and accurate Medicaid eligibility determinations.
The MA determines eligibility for health insurance to members and applicants in the manner of their choosing. The applications are received electronically by computer by mail by email in person or most often by telephone. This position requires competency of webbased programs. Work conditions are a combination of sedentary work on a computer helping members by phone in a CallCenter format.
The successful candidate is an individual who works independently is detailoriented has excellent customer service skills can perform routine activities is attentive to deadlines computer literate is a team player and experience with high call volumes.
Medicaid eligibility is fundamental to the overall Medicaid program and mastery of eligibility policy and procedure may be the first step in a path for career growth in the health insurance field.
AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules and all applicable federal and state laws.
Learning Actively: The ability to acquire necessary knowledge and skills to improve performance and achieve organizational goals.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question analyze interpret and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Adapting to Change: The ability to adjust plans expectations and behaviors in response to change.
NOTE REGARDING THE ADVERTISED PAY:
This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG)and may be filled as a Medicaid Analyst 12. Thelevel at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.
Please click on the below links to learn more about each job level:
State Civil Service Job Information Finder
No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Paula Jackson
LDH/HUMAN RESOURCES
BATON ROUGE LA 70821
This organization participates in Everify and for more information on Everify please contact DHS at. Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of social services experience; OR
Six years of fulltime experience in any field; OR
A bachelors degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of fulltime work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.Job Concepts
- FUNCTION OF WORK:To make initial and continuing determination under close supervision as to clients eligibility for all Medicaid programs.LEVEL OF WORK:Entry.SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Medicaid Analysts typically report to a Medicaid Analyst Supervisor. May receive supervision from higher level personnel.SUPERVISION EXERCISED:None.LOCATION OF WORK:Department of Health and Hospitals Medical Vendor Administration.JOB DISTINCTIONS:Differs from Medicaid Analyst 2 by the presence of close supervision and the absence of independent action.
Examples of Work
The Medicaid Analyst (MA) is a position responsible for acquiring an extensive knowledge of Medicaid policy and procedures and using the same tools to make timely and accurate Medicaid eligibility determinations. The MA determines eligibility for health insurance to members and applicants in the manner of their choosing. The applications are received electronically by computer by mail by email in person or most often by telephone. This position requires competency of webbased programs. Work conditions are a combination of sedentary work ona computer helping members by phone in a CallCenter format. The successful candidate is an individual who works independently is detailoriented has excellent customer service skills can perform routine activities is attentive to deadlines computer literate is a team player and experience with high call volumes. Medicaid eligibility is fundamental to the overall Medicaid program and mastery of eligibility policy and procedure may be the first step in a path for career growth in the health insurance field.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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