Medicaid specialist assistant Lake County

Allure HCS; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Allure HCS seeks a Medicaid Support Specialist to support our Corporate Medicaid team at a Knox County facility in Illinois. The role focuses on timely Medicaid processing for residents, data accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration within a skilled nursing environment.

The position is part-time (24 hours/week) with responsibilities including eligibility reviews, redeterminations, and documentation handling. Prior LTC experience and MS Office proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities preferred.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review daily facility census for Medicaid eligibility.
• Identify eligible admissions and notify the Medicaid Specialist.
• Print and organize resident documentation; verify Medicaid documents.
• Support monthly reporting and redeterminations as needed.
• Communicate professionally with staff, residents, and families.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication (verbal & written)

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Medicaid Specialist Assistant Knox County - Part-Time

Job Summary:

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