Medicaid Liaison - Pleasant Lake Villa

Summary As a Medicaid Liaison you will be responsible for the oversight and success of the pending Medicaid application process. Evaluation of income and asset levels for potential admissions and residents already admitted. Provide guidance in determining appropriate actions needed to resolve applicant status if ineligible. Ensure effective processes are in place for processing pending Medicaid application, re-certification documentation and tracking the status of open pending Medicaid applications.  You will also work closely with residents and/or families to obtain the necessary documentation in order to assess eligibility. As well as, working with county caseworkers to make sure cases are processed in a timely manner. Job Summary This position will be responsible for assisting the Business Office Manager. The Medicaid Liaison  assists with Claims, Cash Posting, Research, Insurance review, Resident Trust, Customer Service, Collections, Point Click Care as well as other Business Office assistance as needed to assure the financial success of the facility. Education and Experience Associate’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Work preferred OR 2-5 years of Medicaid eligibility processing experience 2- 5 years of Medicaid and/or compliance experience preferred; social services and admissions are a plus Strong subject matter expertise and knowledge of all relevant Medicaid regulations, contractual requirements, industry standards and best practices Skilled Nursing Medicaid billing and eligibility screening preferred Skilled Nursing Medicaid eligibility processing experience preferred Must have experience with Excel and Microsoft Office programs Must possess knowledge of and demonstrated skill with the pertinent billing software Working knowledge of Area on Aging Excellent organizational and customer service skills Ability to manage a fast paced environment. Why Legacy Health Services? Healthcare is a calling and being part of a family owned and operated company that will invest in YOU will turn that calling into a career. Legacy Health Services offers many career path opportunities, including options for those who are new to healthcare. Whether you want to become a nursing assistant, advance from LPN to RN licensure, obtain your BSN or simply sharpen your skills in a fast paced, rewarding environment, we have a role for you. We are proud to offer: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance Company sponsored educational opportunities including STNA certification classes and medication technician certification classes Career advancement opportunities 401(k) with company match through Fidelity Work today & get paid up to 50% of earned wages tomorrow Tuition Reimbursement  Legacy Health Services is a family-owned and operated post-acute care company based in Parma, Ohio. “Our Family Caring for Yours” is as true today as it was when the company was created over fifty years ago.Legacy Health Services provides a complete continuum of care that includes skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation services, long-term care and affiliates that provide full-time nurse practitioners and hospice care. We provide our residents with compassionate care and quality services to meet all of their needs, both clinical and non-clinical. We value each of our residents as individuals, with unique physical, spiritual, social, emotional and intellectual needs. Our goal is to treat everyone like family- with compassion, respect and kindness. To learn more, visit lhshealth.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants for positions without the regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or non-job related handicap or disability.