Medicaid Policy & Program Specialist

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. Research and analyze Medicaid policies, program requirements, and practices .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. Medicaid policy analysis, program evaluation, and stakeholder engagement, with strong capabilities in drafting policy documents and translating complex information into actionable insights.

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U.S. Medicaid Policy ExperienceResearch And Analytical SkillsPolicy Document PreparationStakeholder EngagementProgram Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisProgram DesignImplementation EvaluationReport WritingGuidance Document DraftingOperational Material PreparationData AnalysisProgram Requirements AssessmentComplex Information InterpretationPublic Engagement

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

State Medicaid AgencyHealth PlanPublic PolicyGovernment AdvisoryState Plan AmendmentsManaged CareEligibilityBenefitsProvider PolicyLong-Term Services And Supports

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and analyze Medicaid policies, program requirements, and practices
Assess how policy changes affect beneficiaries, providers, agencies, and health plans
Support program design, implementation, and evaluation
Draft policy briefs, guidance documents, procedures, and recommendations
Compare state approaches and identify relevant practices
Support stakeholder interviews, working groups, and public engagement
Review program documents and identify gaps or implementation challenges
Collaborate with operational, legal, clinical, and analytical specialists
Translate complex information into clear, useful materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working with U.S. Medicaid policy or programs
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to interpret complex program information and explain its practical implications
Experience preparing reports, policy documents, guidance, or operational materials
Ability to work collaboratively with different professional disciplines
Preferred: State Medicaid agency, health plan, public policy, or government advisory experience
Preferred: State plan amendments, waivers, managed care, eligibility, benefits, or provider policy
Preferred: Long-term services and supports, behavioral health, or other specialized Medicaid programs
Preferred: Program evaluation or stakeholder engagement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity for full-time employment or project-based engagements
Compensation and employment arrangement depend on the opportunity and expertise
Current and anticipated opportunities