Medicaid Chief of Policy
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
· As a part of the Medicaid policy team, lead Medicaid policy efforts supporting RHTP and other strategic initiatives.
· Develop strategies to sustain RHTP-funded programs through Medicaid funding mechanisms, including but not limited to a comprehensive understanding of federal Medicaid authorities to determine the feasibility to sustain an array of RHTP project using Medicaid funds.
· Identify and secure federal Medicaid authorities, including waivers and State Plan Amendments (SPAs).
· Ensure compliance with federal and state Medicaid regulations.
· Lead the policy and budget initiative process for all RHTP specific Medicaid initiatives, including state legislative and budget authority and federal authority, as applicable.
· Maximize federal financial participation (FFP) opportunities for benefits, administrative functions, and agency operations.
· Collaborate with CMS, state agencies, and stakeholders on policy development and implementation.
· Conduct policy analysis and provide recommendations to executive leadership.
· Prepare briefing materials, policy documents, and regulatory submissions.
· Serve as a subject matter expert on Medicaid policy, financing, and program sustainability.
Minimum Requirements
· Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field.
· 8+ years of experience in Medicaid policy, healthcare policy, or public sector healthcare programs.
· Experience developing policy recommendations and regulatory submissions.
· Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
· Ability to manage complex projects and work across multiple agencies.
Preferred Qualifications
· Master's degree (MPH, MPA, MHA, JD, or related field).
· Experience working directly with CMS and Medicaid waiver programs.
· Knowledge of Medicaid financing, administrative claiming, and federal reimbursement methodologies.
· Experience supporting healthcare transformation or grant-funded initiatives.
· Knowledge of Medicaid regulations, waivers, SPAs, and federal funding mechanisms.