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The Accessibility and Accommodations Officer is responsible for overseeing the organization's accessibility and accommodations compliance program, ensuring enrollees have adequate access to covered services and network providers in accordance with MassHealth, CMS, and applicable state and federal requirements. The Accessibility and Accommodations Compliance Officer develops and implements monitoring and improvement plans, evaluates data and processes related to accessibility and accommodations, and establishes policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations. The role collaborates with legal counsel, provider relations, Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), and contracted partners to monitor regulatory changes, strengthen operational compliance, oversee contractor adherence, and support consistent implementation of standards across the provider and service delivery network. The individual is responsible for taking all reasonable and necessary measures to mitigate compliance risks and ensure an effective accessibility and accommodations program.
If you reside in the state of Massachusetts or bordering state, you will have the flexibility to telecommute and work in the field up to 25%-50% of time as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Establishes, implements and drives adherence to accessibility and accommodations compliance program as required by 3 -way contract with State of Massachusetts and CMS
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Drives and facilitates compliance with applicable laws, regulations, mandates and the contrac
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Demonstrates knowledge of business and industry processes, policies, and procedures
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Coordinates with providers and provider relations to ensure network is compliant with ADA standards
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Develops policies and procedures as needed
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Documents, communicates, and reports ADA compliance status and issues
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Coordinates and supports implementation of ADA compliance training and educational programs with the appropriate business areas
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Develops annual work plan to address providers that are not compliant with ADA standards. Coordinates development and implementation of appropriate corrective action where necessary
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Works with operational leaders to verify understanding and communication of plan-level regulatory contract requirements
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Validates standards and processes are in place to ensure our vendor engagements meet regulatory and business requirements
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Receives, investigates, resolves inquiries and grievances from enrollees
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Works with Community Based Organizations as a liaison with our contracted Long Term Supports Coordinators
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Other duties as assigned
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
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3+ years of experience with interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations related to accessibility and accommodations compliance for enrollees
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Intermediate level of knowledge of the provider community and ability to assess provider accommodations for enrollers
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Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree
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ADA Coordinator Training Certification preferred
Soft Skills:
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Ability to collaborate with multiple business areas, including, but not limited to, provider relations, clinical, quality and compliance
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Ability to communicate effectively with enrollees and providers and address needs
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Ability to identify gaps, remediate those gaps and monitor going forward
- All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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