Woodbury, NY in-house legal department is seeking a dynamic, hardworking, highly motivated individual to join our team of professionals as a Medicaid Paralegal/Legal Assistant for multiple health care entities in the tri-state area.

Medicaid Paralegal Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

· Filing and processing Medicaid applications for residents of health care facilities, including document collection and follow up with the local department of social services.

· Maintaining a calendar to ensure all deadlines are met, document requests are responded to, and necessary Fair Hearings are requested.

· Filing for fair hearings, if necessary, and assisting supervising attorney in preparation for same.

· Engaging in direct resident/family interactions regarding NAMI responsibilities, financial obligations, Medicaid documentation and eligibility requirements, and assisting with document collection whenever possible.

Medicaid Paralegal Qualifications/Requirements:

· Must be computer literate, and proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with a docket management system is a plus.

· Should be detail-oriented and organized with strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

· Prior experience in a law office, nursing home finance department, or Medicaid office is a plus.

· Prior experience working with aged or disabled populations is a plus.

What we offer: Our facilities offer staff far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are a company you can be proud of, where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

· Salary commensurate with experience

· Generous PTO package

· Health/Dental Benefits

· 401k plan

We are an EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Experience:

• Medicaid / Healthcare Paralegal: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person