Medicaid LTC Analyst 1

Overview

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

As a Medicaid Long-Term Care (LTC) Analyst 1, you'll learn how to determine financial and medical eligibility for individuals needing institutionalized care—either at home or in a facility. In this entry-level role, you'll gain hands-on experience interpreting complex policies, reviewing vital documentation, conducting interviews, and working with a wide range of professionals—from healthcare providers to legal representatives.

If you're detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about helping others, this is your opportunity to grow while making a real difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Learn to determine financial and medical eligibility for Medicaid Long-Term Care programs for individuals in institutional or home care settings.
• Review and interpret complex federal, state, and agency policies related to long-term care eligibility requirements.
• Evaluate financial and medical documentation to verify applicant eligibility and resolve discrepancies by obtaining additional required information.
• Schedule and conduct interviews with applicants, representatives, and facilities to gather necessary information for eligibility determinations.
• Collaborate with internal and external professionals, including providers, attorneys, advocacy groups, and financial institutions, to ensure accurate eligibility assessments.
• Manage and complete task assignments within established timeframes, including processing initial and renewal Medicaid applications according to federal and state guidelines.

Qualifications

Experience and Education Requirements

Three years of experience in eligibility determinations for long-term care programs; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION : Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Position Details

Location : Medical Vendor Administration / Eligibility Field Operations - LTC Processing Center / St. Landry Parish

Appointment Type : Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)

Cost Center : 2050405

Position Number(s) : 50331638

Compensation : This position is eligible for Special Entrance Rates (SER), as well as a Premium Pay of up to $2.00 / hr for hours worked based on longevity.

Medicaid LTC Analyst 1 - $17.56 hourly / $1,404.80 bi-weekly

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience / education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

Patricia Walker

Patricia.Walker.DCFS@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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