Medicaid Policy & Program Consultant (Contract)
Senior Medicaid Policy Consultant (Contract) Remote | Medicaid Policy & Regulatory Consulting | Up to $135/hr A healthcare consulting organization supporting state Medicaid initiatives is seeking an experienced Medicaid Policy Consultant to support a Medicaid client engagement focused on policy modernization, program implementation, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-impact consulting opportunity for someone with deep Medicaid policy expertise who enjoys both strategic advisory work and hands-on implementation support. Position Details
- Initial 6-month contract with potential extension
- Remote opportunity
- 35–40 hours per week
- Compensation: $100–$135/hour
- Approximately quarterly travel to Guam for ~2 weeks at a time
What You'll Do
- Support Medicaid policy and program initiatives for a government healthcare client
- Analyze federal and state Medicaid regulations and sub-regulatory guidance
- Assist with the implementation of policy and operational changes
- Facilitate client meetings and stakeholder discussions
- Track project milestones, action items, and deliverables
- Provide written analysis, reporting, and project communication support
- Collaborate with consulting leadership and client teams
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of Medicaid policy experience within a state Medicaid agency or healthcare consulting environment
- Strong knowledge of Medicaid waivers, eligibility policy, state plans, and reimbursement structures
- Experience implementing regulatory or policy-driven program changes
- Familiarity with CMS guidance and Medicaid payment authorities
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Management, or related field
- Comfortable working across Guam time zones and periodic travel requirements
- Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
- Remote – Pacific Time Preferred
- Experience working directly with CMS
- Medicaid waiver and eligibility policy expertise
- Consulting experience supporting public sector healthcare clients
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Medicaid policy professional seeking impactful consulting work within complex public healthcare environments.