Medicaid Policy & Program Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct research and analyze Medicaid policies, program requirements, and practices.

• Evaluate the impact of policy changes on beneficiaries, providers, agencies, and health plans.

• Assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs.

• Prepare policy briefs, guidance documents, procedures, and recommendations.

• Compare approaches across states and identify applicable practices.

• Facilitate stakeholder interviews, working groups, and public engagement efforts.

• Review program documentation to identify gaps or challenges in implementation.

• Collaborate with operational, legal, clinical, and analytical experts.

• Simplify complex information into clear and useful materials.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience in U.S. Medicaid policy or programs.

• Strong skills in research, writing, and analysis.

• Ability to interpret complex program information and articulate its practical implications.

• Experience in preparing reports, policy documents, guidance, or operational materials.

• Capability to collaborate effectively with various professional disciplines.

• Preferred: Experience with state Medicaid agencies, health plans, public policy, or government advisory roles.

• Preferred: Knowledge of state plan amendments, waivers, managed care, eligibility, benefits, or provider policy.

• Preferred: Experience in long-term services and supports, behavioral health, or specialized Medicaid programs.

• Preferred: Background in program evaluation or stakeholder engagement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for full-time employment or project-based roles.

• Compensation and employment arrangements vary based on the opportunity and expertise available.

• Current and anticipated opportunities for engagement.