District Medicaid AHCCCS Coordinator - Job #7379

Sierra Vista Unified School District•Sierra Vista, AZ

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Award-Winning District 8 Outstanding Schools Competitive Salaries Incentives Paid Holidays & Leave Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources Culture of Caring & Support Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Working knowledge of analyzing financial data and working within various financial software and programs, and ability to interpret and apply complex regulations
Experience in related area, equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that demonstrates desired knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills.
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Effective training skills for working with diverse school staff.
Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
Ability to complete computational tasks.
Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
Ability to analyze financial data, utilize EXCEL and various software programs.
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and provide exceptional training to staff.
Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, database and financial software programs, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for knowing and maintaining all compliance requirements for the Arizona Medicaid School-Based Claiming Program.
Serve as the district's primary point of contact for all Medicaid program activities. District liaison with state Medicaid agencies to ensure compliance with federal and state Medicaid regulations.
Manage the Medicaid billing reimbursement program to ensure all daily, monthly, quarterly and annual requirements, processes and procedures are completed and within compliance regulations.
Complete all quarterly and annual Medicaid financial reports for both direct and administrative claims within required timelines and aligned with all process and regulations.
Monitor reimbursements and support special education staff in accurately documenting, submitting, and maintaining service records for eligible students, with the goal of securing maximum reimbursement.
Ensure service logs, progress notes, and provider credentials meet Medicaid documentation standards.
Review IEPs and program documentation to ensure compliance with Medicaid requirements and billing requirements.
Coordinate training activities between Medicaid agencies and district staff or provide training to district personnel in Medicaid billing, requirements and regulations.
Maintain current working knowledge of state Medicaid rules, billing requirements, documentation and allowable services.
Maintain internal procedure manuals, documentation, checklists, or guidelines as necessary. Update training materials as needed.
Assist staff in obtaining their AHCCCS and NPI required provider registration aligned with procedures and protocols. Maintain all applicable records within regulations and retention to ensure program compliance.
Organize files, maintain Medicaid related information for district, and audit purposes.
Work closely with local, state, and federal auditors to provide all applicable materials.
Work closely with case managers for parental completion of Medicaid related documentation and forms.
Maintain all required documentation and records as aligned with Medicaid regulations and retention.
Interface with federal, state, local, and private agencies to obtain information about eligible students as applicable.

Benefits

SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees.
Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan.

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