An Eligibility Specialist provides assistance and information for people who apply for a government benefits program or health care program. Answers questions, assists with an application process, and reviews applications and relevant background information to determine eligibility. May assist eligible applicants with enrolling in a program.
The Wyoming Department of Health, Division of Healthcare Financing, is seeking applicants for the position of Records & Data Management Analyst located in the Client Services Section for Long Term Care (LTC) Eligibility. This position provides assistance to the Long Term Care Eligibility Unit by determining eligibility for a partial caseload, preparing work reports, correcting any eligibility data errors, updating the Operations and Procedures Manual, and following up on complaints.
Human Resource Contact:
wdhrecruit@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level. Provides customer service to the public, clients, and staff and acts as a resource to co-workers, customers, and/or clients. Reviews monthly reports for LTC programs, researches cases and identifies issues and patterns to help mitigate errors. Explains policies, procedures and practices to other agencies, government officials, clients or outside groups. Process applications and renewals for LTC programs. Assists LTC Unit staff as needed to assure timely completion of day-to-day activities as well as special projects. May coordinate a program of records or data management which is agency, program or project specific. Makes recommendations with regard to policy and procedural issues. Compiles data and performs statistical analysis duties.
PREFERENCES
Bachelor's Degree with 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Benefits and Eligibility Specialist OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Benefits and Eligibility Specialist.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of state and federal government functions, procedures, concepts, principles and practices of professional healthcare administration. Knowledge of office work procedures, standards and practices. Knowledge of basic statistical compilation and analysis. Ability to comprehend federal regulations, state statutes, program rules and policy and to interpret and integrate into legislation, statute and policy. Ability to examine data and reports for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with regulations. Skill in interpersonal relations, oral and written communication skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Skill and ability to work independently. Skill in organization and planning. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and general public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
None - See "Preferences"
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
: The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
NOTES:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer. This position is an At-Will Employment Contract (AWEC) and includes a single Health Insurance plan. This position pays for actual hours worked and is limited to 40 hours per week. The position does not include paid vacation time, paid sick time, paid holidays, family health insurance, retirement, or other benefits. These items are not negotiable by the hiring manager. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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