Education Medicaid Billing Specialist - Limited Service Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 4C54D17D-5099-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) seeks an Education Medicaid Specialist to provide administrative and technical support for Medicaid billing of school-based health services in Vermont school districts. As a technical expert, the specialist will work closely with supervisory unions, schools, and Medicaid clerks to facilitate proper billing and compliance with state and federal guidelines. This role requires frequent travel to supervisory unions and school locations, with some work performed from a home office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Train and assist Medicaid Clerks, case managers, and service providers on billing and documentation requirements.
• Monitor claims activities and assist in resolving claims submission issues.
• Audit records to ensure compliance with state and federal documentation requirements.
• Provide input on program manuals, form development, and statewide training initiatives.
• Conduct monthly on-site visits with Medicaid Clerks to provide feedback and technical assistance.
• Collaborate with Special Education Directors on Medicaid billing processes.
• Operate effectively in a virtual environment, managing shared documents and conducting virtual meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Knowledge of state and federal Medicaid regulations and healthcare provider requirements.
• Ability to organize multiple information streams and self-motivate.
• Proficiency in modern office practices, including word processing, database management, and spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience operating in virtual settings, including facilitating meetings and managing shared documents.
• Ability to deliver training and provide technical assistance effectively.
• Skill in enforcing regulations with tact and diplomacy.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on school-based health services in Vermont while working in a flexible environment. This position offers significant remote work based within Vermont and contiguous states but will require regular in-office functions as determined by the Secretary of Education.

This position is classified as an Education Medicaid Specialist by the Department of Human Resources.

Who May Apply

This position, Education Medicaid Billing Specialist (Job Requisition #51791), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized through 06/30/2025. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Abbott at karen.abbott@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in a standard office setting but there will be significant travel required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work may be required outside of regular work hours. In dealing with a wide variety of people and groups, diverse and strongly held opinions may be encountered.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of full-time college coursework OR Associates degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration, or healthcare/billing related field AND three (3) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices.

OR
Four (4) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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