MEDICAL CARE PROGRAM ASSOCIATE I

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cecil County Health Department in Elkton, MD is seeking a clerical specialist to process Maryland Children’s Health Program applications and verify records awaiting approval in Maryland Health Connection.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least six months of clerical experience, with an emphasis on confidentiality and HIPAA compliance, capable of handling high-volume tasks and engaging with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Six months clerical experience in a medical care, health insurance or entitlement program.
• Notes: schooling substitutions allowed (additional general clerical experience or 30 credit hours may substitute).
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced office environment is desirable.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Data entry

Confidentiality

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Cecil County Health Department, Elkton, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to process applications for the Maryland Children's Health Program and process verifications that are awaiting approval in the Maryland Health Connection.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six months of clerical experience applying policies in a medical care, health insurance or federal or State entitlement program.

-OR-

Six months of general clerical or administrative experience in one or more of the following: data entry and record keeping, intake and interviewing, responding to inquiries, explaining information, writing correspondence, maintaining policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, and completing general clerical tasks.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute additional general clerical experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• 2. Candidates may substitute thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:

• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced office environment.
• Experience maintaining strict confidentiality and working per HIPAA regulations.
• Experience engaging effectively and professionally with a diverse population.
• Experience working within public entitlement programs.
• Bilingual

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.