Senior Medicaid Policy & Payment Model Lead (Remote)

Sustainable World, Inc.; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

OptumServe Consulting/The Lewin Group (OSC/Lewin) seeks a Senior Consultant to lead Medicaid policy and implementation initiatives, collaborating with CMS and state partners to advance AHEAD model priorities. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, translate complex policy issues into actionable recommendations, and deliver high-quality, client-ready materials including memos, briefs, and roadmaps.

This remote role requires occasional in-office presence in Minneapolis or Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant professional experience in Medicaid policy, health policy consulting, government programs, or related fields.
• Experience analyzing Medicaid policy, program design, or delivery-system reforms.
• Ability to lead complex workstreams and coordinate across teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication for senior clients.
• Experience developing policy memos, briefs, and implementation guidance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior Medicaid policy advisor supporting the AHEAD Model with CMS and Lewin task leads.
• Lead and coordinate Medicaid work across AHEAD teams, setting plans and timelines.
• Provide policy consultation and develop options with clear recommendations for stakeholders.
• Translate policy and payment issues for diverse audiences, outlining risks and dependencies.
• Review deliverables for accuracy, policy alignment, and practicality.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to broader client relationships and proposals.

Skills

Medicaid policy

Policy analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Policy consultation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent leadership

Job description

OptumServe Consulting/The Lewin Group (OSC/Lewin) seeks a Senior Consultant to lead Medicaid policy and implementation initiatives, collaborating with CMS and state partners to advance AHEAD model priorities. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, translate complex policy issues into actionable recommendations, and deliver high-quality, client-ready materials including memos, briefs, and roadmaps.

This remote role requires occasional in-office presence in Minneapolis or Washington, D.C.