Medicaid and Disability Onsite Eligibility Specialists

Job Summary:

Employees will screen patient’s bedside and by phone to see if patients qualify for Federal, State and County programs which include Medicaid, Disability and ACA Marketplace Insurance. Will be responsible for submitting applications and getting all pending documentation.

The Specialist will coordinate activities to ensure that Medicaid, Social Security, or other types of eligible funding for healthcare services are received for patients. This includes assisting the patients and others (family members) to complete forms, applications and other paperwork.

This position requires doing daily screenings, following up on previous applications and then follow-up on any questions on disability.

Salary- Up to $65,000 annually.

Duties/Responsibilities:

v Collect and review patient information to determine patient’s eligibility. Prepare documents; review for accuracy and completeness.

v Provide technical assistance on agency issues, services, programs.

v Maintain and/or create files or record keeping systems. Sort, label file and retrieve documents or other materials.

v Manage caseload.

v Retrieve, sustain and communicate all designated reports.

v Maintain database.

v Develop and retain a professional relationship with hospital staff.

Required Skills/Abilities:

v Associates Degree preferred

v Thorough knowledge and understanding of Florida Medicaid eligibility criteria.

v Full Cycle Florida Medicaid application experience Preferred

v Disability application experience preferred.

v Ability to maintain and respect confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.

v Highly effective in working objectively with a diverse group of people and must demonstrate communication, organizational, administrative and time managers ability to read and comprehend Simple instructions.

v Ability to self-direct work. Effective stress coping skills.

v Ability to communicate clearly and concisely required.

v Excellent verbal and written communication skills

v Required working weekend and some holidays. Florida DCF experience a plus.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Florida Medicaid application processing 2 years (Preferred)

Disability application processing: 2 years (Preferred)

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for our residents and exemplify a values-based approach to your work, demonstrating safety, care, professionalism, efficiency and strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application!