MEDICAL CARE PROGRAM ASSOCIATE I

JobAps; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Health seeks an Eligibility Clerk to review and determine eligibility for health insurance coverage for low-income groups, including pregnant women, children under 21, and adults under 65, in accordance with established Maryland Health Connection procedures.

The role involves processing applications, performing data entry, and communicating eligibility decisions, with emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with state policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of clerical experience in medical care, health insurance, or entitlement programs.
• Six months of general clerical or administrative experience in data entry, intake/interviewing, inquiries, writing, or maintaining policies.
• Notes: substitutions allowed on a year-for-year basis or thirty college credits for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and determine eligibility for health insurance coverage for low-income populations as per guidelines.
• Follow established procedures of the Office of Eligibility Services and Maryland Health Connection.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Charles County Department of Health

4545 Crain Hwy.

White Plains, MD 20695

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to review, process, and determine the eligibility of applicants for health insurance coverage for low-income pregnant women of any age, children under 21 years of age, and adults under age 65, following guidelines and procedures established by the Office of Eligibility Services and 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 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.

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

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail]. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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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.