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Responsibilities
SafeGuard Services (SGS), a subsidiary of Peraton , performs data analysis, investigation, and medical review to detect, prevent, deter, reduce, and make referrals to recover fraud, waste, and abuse.
We are looking to add a Fraud Investigator Associate to our SGS team of talented professionals.
What you'll do:
The position is an entry level fraud investigator/auditor position expected to work under the direct supervision of a team manager and/or team lead. The team performs high level complex investigations of medical professional service providers and develops cases/reports for future action, including referral to law enforcement, education, over payment recovery and other administrative actions. This position will support the team of fraud investigators/auditors and will work with internal resources and external agencies to develop cases/audits and corrective actions as well as respond to requests for data and support.
The investigator uses good judgment and will work under the direct supervision of team manager and/or team lead The investigator/audit associate will work in support of a team who works with state and/or federal investigators and other personnel.
The investigator handles multiple caseload assignments concurrently; organizes and analyzes information in support of the team’s workload The Investigator may also be required to assist in the completion of complex reports that apply regulations or rules to the program(s) affected by the behavior being reviewed.
Investigator will work collaboratively within the team and participate in researching and understanding the relevant offenses being reviewed; participate in conducting efficient and effective investigations/audits concerning those alleged offenses and detect or verify suspected violations; obtain information and evidence by observation, record examination, and interview.
Investigator/auditor will collaborate with team members to analyze the results of the investigation/audit to ascertain if the allegations have been corroborated and work with others to determine the appropriate steps that need to be taken to address the issues.
As part of an investigation, the investigator will need to prepare correspondence; be objective and accurate and communicate with others with tact.
There may be times when investigators need to react to unplanned situations, be flexible in planning their activities and adopt effective courses of action.
As investigators will be working with health privacy information, they also must maintain confidentiality and understand all the laws, rules and regulations concerning health privacy.
Telework available from NE UPIC jurisdiction (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and the District of Columbia (Washington, DC).
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
0 years’ experience with BS/BA, 4 years’ experience with a HS diploma/equivalent Investigative and analytical experience Strong communication and organization skills Strong PC knowledge and skills US. citizenship required
The most competitive candidates will have:
Strong background in investigations or compliance audits.
Experience in reviewing claims for technical requirements, performing medical review, and/or developing fraud cases and identifying overpayments.
Knowledge of investigative or audit practices regarding healthcare providers.
Knowledge of Medicare and/or Medicaid programs and the rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Background in evaluating, reviewing and analyzing medical claims and records
Ability to learn and operate a variety of data systems, equipment and tools used in investigations
Essential Functions:
Ability to perform research and draw conclusions
Ability to document information in support of investigative/audit workload of the team, present issues of concern, citing regulatory violations, alleging schemes or scams to defraud the Government
Ability to organize a case file, accurately and thoroughly document all steps taken
Ability to compose correspondence, reports and referral summary letters
Ability to educate providers, provider associations, law enforcement, other contractors and beneficiary advocacy groups on program safeguard matters
Ability to communicate effectively, internally and externally
Ability to interpret laws and regulations
Ability to handle confidential material.
Ability to report work activity on a timely basis.
Ability to work under direct supervision as a member of a team to deliver high-quality work
Ability to attend meetings, training conferences and overnight travel may be required .
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$39,000 - $62,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Originally posted on Himalayas
