Government Healthcare Actuarial Consultant
National African-American Insurance Association (NAAIA), Phoenix, AZ, United States
We are seeking a talented individual to join our
Government Healthcare Services Consulting (GHSC)
team at
Mercer, a Marsh business.
This role can be based in
Atlanta, Minneapolis, Phoenix, or Washington, DC
and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Mercer's GHSC team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals.
As a
Government Healthcare Actuarial Consultant , you will collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need.
Responsibilities
Serve as actuary on large and complex capitation rate setting and other actuarial projects.
In conjunction with the project leader, work with the client to define the scope of the project and serve as an expert on rate structure and methodology and ensure consistency with federal regulations and actuarial standards.
Develop the rate setting assumptions that are built into the data model and inform client and project team on impact of data assumptions and provide on‑going review and guidance during the data analysis process.
Collaborate with client team and project team to finalize rates and educate client on the impact of their policies on the data and rates.
Draft project communications, including rate capitation letters and act as actuarial authority that signs and certifies rate capitation letters.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree.
Actuarial credentials (ASA or FSA, MAAA) strongly preferred. Candidates close to receiving actuarial credentials are considered.
3+ years minimum health actuarial experience, with Medicaid actuarial experience strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment.
Strong critical thinking and analytical problem‑solving skills.
What makes you stand out?
Medicaid actuarial experience (any state program) or actuarial consulting experience.
Experience related to health plan analysis or capitated rate development.
Benefits
The applicable base salary range for this role is $73,500 to $147,000.
In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives.
Competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings, other retirement programs, and employee assistance programs.
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Government Healthcare Services Consulting (GHSC)
team at
Mercer, a Marsh business.
This role can be based in
Atlanta, Minneapolis, Phoenix, or Washington, DC
and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Mercer's GHSC team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals.
As a
Government Healthcare Actuarial Consultant , you will collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need.
Responsibilities
Serve as actuary on large and complex capitation rate setting and other actuarial projects.
In conjunction with the project leader, work with the client to define the scope of the project and serve as an expert on rate structure and methodology and ensure consistency with federal regulations and actuarial standards.
Develop the rate setting assumptions that are built into the data model and inform client and project team on impact of data assumptions and provide on‑going review and guidance during the data analysis process.
Collaborate with client team and project team to finalize rates and educate client on the impact of their policies on the data and rates.
Draft project communications, including rate capitation letters and act as actuarial authority that signs and certifies rate capitation letters.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree.
Actuarial credentials (ASA or FSA, MAAA) strongly preferred. Candidates close to receiving actuarial credentials are considered.
3+ years minimum health actuarial experience, with Medicaid actuarial experience strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment.
Strong critical thinking and analytical problem‑solving skills.
What makes you stand out?
Medicaid actuarial experience (any state program) or actuarial consulting experience.
Experience related to health plan analysis or capitated rate development.
Benefits
The applicable base salary range for this role is $73,500 to $147,000.
In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives.
Competitive total rewards package including health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings, other retirement programs, and employee assistance programs.
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