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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 09/11/24
Applications Due09/25/24
Vacancy ID167196
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NY HELPYes
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleMedical Assistance Specialist 1 (NY HELPS) - 79647, 79519
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Albany
Street Address Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration / Bureau of Program Review
99 Washington Avenue, One Commerce Plaza
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment: Current NYS Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent-permanent status as a Medical Assistance Specialist 1, G-18.
Transfer: Current NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to a Medical Assistance Specialist 1, G-18.
NY HELPS: Six years of experience developing public or private health related policy; analyzing AND interpreting public or private health related policy to assist consumers; determining or reviewing financial eligibility for healthcare or consumer-assisted programs to ensure individuals meet eligibility criteria specified in State and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations; establishing mechanisms for the reimbursement and financing of health care services, including rate-setting, development of capitation reimbursement methodologies, and development of fee schedules; performing utilization review of requests for medical treatment including prior approval or authorization activities, adjudication of claims for payment and/or provider credentialing; AND/OR conducting independent examinations of health care facilities or program integrity reviews of health care programs to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. Substitution: An associate degree can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor's degree can substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have professional experience in public health insurance programs, including New York's Medicaid and/or Medicare. Preferred candidates will also have excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical skills and attention to detail; strong organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access); the ability to work well independently and as part of a team, and to manage multiple priorities in order to meet deadlines; and experience using electronic data systems, such as eMedNY and NYSOH Back Office. Supervisory experience is a plus.
Duties Description As part of the Bureau of Program Review within the Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration, the Medical Assistance Specialist 1 (MAS 1) will conduct Medicaid and Child Health Plus (CHPlus) pre- and post-eligibility reviews, using eligibility policies, evaluation standards and applicable data systems and other resources. Duties will include, but not be limited to:
* Assisting in testing, updating and/or revising standardized review worksheets and training materials;
* Conducting case research and identifying cases at risk for irregularities;
* Generating test and/or review samples;
* Performing data analysis and accumulating review results; and
* Drafting and editing summary reports.
* Supervising Subordinate Staff
Additional Comments This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
* Holiday & Paid Time Off
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
* Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
* Shift & Geographic pay differentials
* Affordable Health Care options
* Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
* NYS Deferred Compensation plan
* Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
* And many more...
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
* Holiday & Paid Time Off
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
* Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
* Shift & Geographic pay differentials
* Affordable Health Care options
* Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
* NYS Deferred Compensation plan
* Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
* And many more...
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resource Management Group, MVS/MAS1/79647,79519
Telephone 518-###-####
Fax 518-###-####
Email Address ...@health.state.ny.us
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building
Empire State Plaza,
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to ...@health.ny.gov, with Reference MVS/MAS1/79647,79519 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MVS/MAS1/79647,79519, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) ###-####. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.