Review Vacancy
TitleMedicaid Eligibility Examiner 2 (NY HELPS) - 79681
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $59049 to $71719 Annually
Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs / Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration / Bureau of Consumer Relations and Local District Support
99 Washington Avenue
Duties Description In the Office of Health Insurance Programs, within the Division of Eligibility and Marketplace Integration's Bureau of Consumer Relations & Local District Support, The Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 2 (MEE 2) position’s responsibilities may include but not be limited to: assisting in planning of staff training in response to identified needs, providing written material and/or orally explain and answer questions from consumer advocates related to consumer health insurance, working with other divisions within OHIP to resolve inquiries, and assisting in special projects as assigned. The incumbent will also utilize the Welfare Management System, eMedNY, New York State of Health and the Medicaid Eligibility Client Management System.
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer:
A New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a position allocated to SG-12 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Non-Competitive Candidates via NY HELPS Program:
Either 1. Three years of experience performing one or more of the following activities in a health care delivery system including health care facilities, health care agencies, hospitals, Medicaid programs, and/or other public or private health insurance programs
•Determining financial eligibility for healthcare to ensure individuals meet eligibility criteria specified in State and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
•Performing quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with laws, rule, regulations and policies and interpretation/application of standards of health care.
OR 2. 30 semester credit hours AND two years of experience performing one or more of the following activities in a healthcare delivery system including health care facilities, health care agencies, hospitals, Medicaid programs, and/or other public or private health insurance programs
•Determining financial eligibility for healthcare to ensure individuals meet eligibility criteria specified in State and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
•Performing quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with laws, rule, regulations and policies and interpretation/application of standards of health care.
Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: Current New York State Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service as a Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 1 or Medicaid Eligibility Examiner 1SL.
If three or fewer New York State Department of Health promotional candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to pay attention to details and will also have good oral and written communication skills. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access); the ability to work well independently and as part of a team and to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines. Professional experience in public health insurance programs, including New York's Medicaid, Medicare and/or Child Health Plus and supervisory experience is a plus.
Additional Comments 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
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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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Name Human Resources Management Group, SPD/MEE2/79681
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SPD/MEE2/79681 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SPD/MEE2/79681, 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.