Position Information

NY HELPSYes

55-b/c EligibleYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleMedicaid Redesign Analyst 1 /Trainee2/Trainee1 - 80155

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $56183 to $88970 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

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

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs, Division of Program Development and Management, Bureau of Medicaid Long Term Care Policy

99 Washington Ave, Ste 720

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Job Specifics

Duties Description The incumbent will assist in providing statewide fee-for-service Medicaid long term care policy guidance to develop, interpret and implement Medicaid policies. The incumbent will be responsible for administrative activities and related reviews in support of the Division, including drafting policies and correspondence on a variety of long term care programmatic and policy issues, responding to routine calls from consumers, local departments of social services, providers and other stakeholders, and assisting with program monitoring activities. The incumbent may perform administrative functions such as voucher processing, compliance reviews, program reviews, responding to external inquiries, drafting documents in support of policy implementation, drafting reports, and routine review and analysis of Medicaid program data.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service as a Medicaid Redesign Analyst1, SG-18; OR 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 of the NYS Civil Service Law to Medicaid Redesign Analyst 1, SG-18.

Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS Program
Medicaid Redesign Analyst:
Six years of experience* in the administration of a public health insurance program performing one or more of the following duties: participation in the development or implementation of programs, policies, procedures, or regulations related to the delivery, reimbursement, eligibility, coverage, or payment of health care services; analyzing demographic, economic, financial, clinical usage, or clinical quality assurance data to improve the quality, availability, or efficiency of health care services; participating in the development, implementation, or oversight of health plan contracts with organizations that provide insurance coverage of health care services.

Medicaid Redesign Analyst, Trainee 2:
Five years of experience* in the administration of a public health insurance program performing one or more of the following duties: participation in the development or implementation of programs, policies, procedures, or regulations related to the delivery, reimbursement, eligibility, coverage, or payment of health care services; analyzing demographic, economic, financial, clinical usage, or clinical quality assurance data to improve the quality, availability, or efficiency of health care services; participating in the development, implementation, or oversight of health plan contracts with organizations that provide insurance coverage of health care services.

Medicaid Redesign Analyst, Trainee 1:
Four years of experience* in the administration of a public health insurance program performing one or more of the following duties: participation in the development or implementation of programs, policies, procedures, or regulations related to the delivery, reimbursement, eligibility, coverage, or payment of health care services; analyzing demographic, economic, financial, clinical usage, or clinical quality assurance data to improve the quality, availability, or efficiency of healthcare services; participating in the development, implementation, or oversight of health plan contracts with organizations that provide insurance coverage of health care services.

Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; master's degree may substitute five years of specialized experience; J.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in Medicaid and Medicare. Experience working at or with local departments of social services. Experience working with large data sets such as that in a Medicaid Management Information system. Strong written and communication skills including handling phone and email inquiries and complaints from the public.

Additional Comments This position may require day or overnight travel to local departments of social services statewide for the purposes of program review and monitoring.

When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

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.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.Reasonable.Accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group - EW/MRA1/80155

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference EW/MRA1/80155 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EW/MRA1/80155, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.