Medicaid specialist assistant Rock Island County

Medicaid Specialist Assistant Knox County - Part-Time Allure HCS, a leading provider of skilled nursing and healthcare services, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Medicaid Support Specialist to join our Corporate Medicaid team. As a Medicaid Specialist Assistant, you will provide on-site support within one of our skilled nursing facilities, Illinois, ensuring timely Medicaid processing for residents. Responsibilities Review daily facility census for residents requiring Medicaid eligibility review Identify Medicaid-eligible admissions and notify the Corporate Medicaid Specialist to ensure timely admission into the Illinois MEDI system Print and organize resident face sheets and supporting documentation as needed Review Illinois Medicaid verification requests and determine which required documents are available and which must still be obtained Communicate professionally with facility staff, residents, families, and outside agencies Contact Powers of Attorney (POA), responsible parties, family members, or other authorized representatives to obtain required documentation Assist with monthly reporting and ongoing follow-up to help ensure Medicaid coverage remains current across assigned facilities Support Business Office Managers with annual Medicaid redeterminations and related documentation as needed Maintain accurate records while protecting confidential resident information Perform additional duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience working in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility required Basic knowledge of Illinois Medicaid eligibility and terminology required Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail with consistent follow-through Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team Self-motivated with the flexibility to adapt to changing workflow and departmental priorities What We Offer Ongoing training and continued development Opportunity to learn and grow within Corporate Medicaid operations Supportive team environment focused on resident advocacy and quality outcomes This is a part-time position (24 hours per week) and is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical insurance or retirement benefits. Salary: $40,000-$50,000 Annually #J-18808-Ljbffr