Healthcare Policy Consultant - Indianapolis Health (Remote)

Milliman•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Remote

About The Position

Milliman's Indianapolis Health practice is looking for a Healthcare Policy Consultant with substantial expertise in Medicaid regulatory policy and/or program design, including project scoping, project team management, and the ability to communicate project results with key stakeholders, to join our healthcare policy consulting team. The successful candidate will have expertise in Medicaid program administration or experience working with Medicaid or other state health and human services agencies, in addition to, a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and programs. Potential areas of expertise should include one or more of the following: Medicaid, child welfare, behavioral health, aging and disabilities, long term services and supports, other related human services programs, Medicare Advantage and Special Needs Plans, or other health care subject matter.

Requirements

Experience leading and managing complex Medicaid policy projects
Specific regulatory/policy/program administration experience in one, or more, of the following: Medicaid managed care, Medicaid financing policy, Long term services and supports, Healthcare quality measurement and improvement, Value-based payment and healthcare delivery transformation, Safety net delivery systems (e.g., hospitals, behavioral health, primary care)
Excellent strategic thinking skills
Superior problem-solving capabilities and learning agility
Strong written and oral communication skills
Extensive experience working with Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
Strong organization skills to manage multiple projects at the same time
Experience managing teams
Required 10+ years’ experience working in any combination of the following: State Medicaid agency experience, CMS experience, or similar consulting or other related experience with state health and human services programs
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Public Affairs, Public Health, or related area of study

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in health policy, public policy, health management, public health or related area of study
Specific regulatory experience in one or more of the following: Medicaid managed care / delivery system strategy, Medicaid finance and payment strategy

Responsibilities

Supporting state Medicaid agencies, other state agencies, and other healthcare industry clients on program strategy, design, development, and implementation, including project and strategy leadership for:
Conducting Medicaid or other state program policy strategy development and developing innovative solutions in a rapidly changing healthcare policy environment
Providing analysis of complex legislation, regulations and federal guidance
Helping states to obtain needed federal authorities (e.g., waivers, state plan amendments, federal grants, demonstrations, etc.)
Developing state policy documents and program materials
Reviewing emerging and existing regulatory requirements to understand implications for a state client’s programs
Researching and identifying leading-practice program approaches and thinking critically about the trade-offs between options
Preparing client reports and developing cogent and engaging presentation materials
Effectively communicating results, policy options, and considerations (verbal and written)
Facilitating client discussions and leading stakeholder engagement activities as needed to help clients develop their desired policy options
Building rapport and trust with state clients, often serving as a responsive point of contact
Being responsible for project management and tracking project completion and success – may act as an overall project leader or work as part of a team to staff larger projects
Supporting business development strategy and activities
Maintaining and growing subject matter expertise by:
Developing thought leadership pieces and policy summaries on emerging Medicaid legislation, regulations, and federal guidance
Developing Medicaid policy-related subject matter expertise and keeping abreast of trends and regulatory changes affecting state clients
Understanding regulatory trends and emerging requirements and appropriately applying them to state-specific situations
Leading and mentoring team members to also grow their expertise and skills
Ensuring quality control processes and procedures are followed

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision - Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges
401(k) Plan - Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing contributions
Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis.
Holidays - A minimum of 10 observed holidays per year
Family Building Benefits including Adoption and fertility assistance
Paid Parental Leave - Up to 11 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria
Life Insurance & AD&D - 100% of premiums covered by Milliman
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by Milliman