PROGRAM SPECIALIST (MEDICAL CARE PROGRAM SPECIALIST II)

Introduction

* * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT MDH OFFICE OF LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * *�\r\n

GRADE

STD0016\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Division of Hospice and PACE Services\r\n201 W. Preston Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to support the Maryland Medicaid Hospice program\r\nenrollment, administrative processes, and stakeholder communication including general\r\ninquiries. Hospice is a fee-for-service program that provides services to terminally ill\r\nMedicaid participants. This position provides the following support: gathering and\r\nanalyzing data on Hospice services; monitoring Hospice providers to ensure that\r\nmedically necessary services are provided in accordance with federal and State\r\nregulations, policies, and standard medical practice; providing guidance and direction to\r\nHospice providers; initiating corrective and improvement action as needed; and making\r\nrecommendations to management regarding corrective and innovative actions.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position operates in a hybrid manner, meaning job duties will be performed both\r\nremotely and on-site unless otherwise directed by the appointing authority.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:�Seven years of administrative or professional experience�developing or applying policies and regulations in medical assistance, health insurance, federal or State entitlement programs.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of administrative or professional experience developing or applying policies and regulations in medical assistance, health insurance, federal or State entitlement programs for the�required experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the related�field of work for the required experience.\r\n3.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Operational�Analysis classifications or Health Services Management specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

* * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT MDH OFFICE OF LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * *�\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\nMDHMedCare\r\n