Behavior Analyst - ABA Reviews for Medicaid Authorization

Alliant Health Group; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Health Group in the United States seeks a Behavior Analyst to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for ABA reviews, function analyses, and adaptive life skills assessments. The role includes prior authorization reviews for Georgia Medicaid and out-of-state requests, with consultative support for program development.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree, BCBA certification, and 3–5 years' experience in intellectual disabilities, and must be able to travel as needed to company

Qualifications

• Master's degree and BCBA certification required.
• 3–5 years' experience in intellectual disabilities or related field.
• Ability to travel as needed to Company locations and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Review services in applied behavior analysis, function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills.
• Perform prior authorization reviews for Georgia Fee-For-Service Medicaid members and out-of-state service requests.
• Render appropriate decisions and document rationale per DCH Policy Manual and contract timelines.
• Enter data into Prior Authorization system and refer cases to Peer Consultants as needed.
• Prepare determination letters and respond to provider inquiries within established timeframes.
• Contribute to provider education and training materials; collaborate with ABA SME across Alliant contracts.
• Coordinate approvals for out-of-state treatment and track requests; liaise with DCH and providers.

Skills

Independence

Theoretical knowledge

Time management

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Travel ability

Education

Master's degree

BCBA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alliant Health Group in the United States seeks a Behavior Analyst to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for ABA reviews, function analyses, and adaptive life skills assessments. The role includes prior authorization reviews for Georgia Medicaid and out-of-state requests, with consultative support for program development.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree, BCBA certification, and 3–5 years' experience in intellectual disabilities, and must be able to travel as needed to company