Clinical Investigator Consultant, DentaQuest
South Portland, ME  / Wellesley, MA 
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Posted 6 days ago
Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.


Job Description:

Location: Anywhere in US


At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for ourClients.We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work.Every day,you'll be empowered and challengedbyworking withdynamic colleaguesto find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.

The opportunity:

The Clinical Investigator Consultant handles the retrospective review of paid claims and evaluation of claims data to identify provider fraud, waste, or abuse. The Clinical Investigator will conduct in-depth analysis of peers, trends, and statistical data to identify providers whose utilization patterns are outside of the expected norm from their peers in their assigned markets. They will govern all contractual obligations for their assigned clients related to fraud, waste, or abuse. The Clinical Investigator Consultant owns the professional relationship with assigned clients related to fraud, waste and abuse and handles all aspects of the investigative process from identification, initiation, completion, and referral of the investigation as applicable. The Clinical Investigator Consultant is accountable for working with providers to educate, impose corrective action and to reach case resolution. The Investigator works closely with clients, managed care organizations, state agencies and law enforcement related to their investigations as required.

How you will contribute:

  • Accountable for clinical interpretation of dental radiographs.
  • Independently interpret utilization reports to detect patterns and potential areas of fraud, waste, or abuse.
  • Query data to conduct comprehensive drill down data review to detect patterns and trends of under and over utilization.
  • Investigate provider and member fraud and abuse in assigned markets.
  • Manage multiple clients and associated provider networks related to fraud, waste, and abuse investigation.
  • Work with and in consultation with directors during the investigative process to assure accurate and defensible clinical outcomes.
  • Handles the accuracy of all investigative conclusions and that they are clinically sound, maintained by appropriate and documented authority and defensible.
  • Assure all audit results are following Medicare regulations, State Medicaid Guidelines, Office Reference Manual, and plan benefit limitations.
  • Assist management in overpayment negotiations with providers related to the results and findings of an investigation.
  • Accountable for the implementation and updating of all client processes related to Fraud, Waste and Abuse.
  • Maintain the professional relationship with assigned client contacts related to fraud, waste, and abuse investigation.
  • Manage all investigation and client related communications to providers for provision of investigative facts and findings.
  • Govern all client facing meetings related to fraud, waste, and abuse.
  • Track all investigative cases in accurate timeline format in internal fraud tracking database.
  • Can self-regulate workflow to meet business needs, assure contractual obligations for all clients are met and to meet departmental metrics.
  • Administer the development of interdepartmental relationships to assure all issues related to fraud, waste or abuse are identified and appropriately investigated.
  • Arrange the preparation and accuracy of recovery documents for processing and assure that they are completed correctly and in a timely fashion.
  • Responsible for all assigned client contractual reporting requirements related to investigative activity and outcomes.
  • Maintain professional relationships with market assigned, state Medicaid agencies, and state and federal law enforcement agencies.
  • Assist in the ongoing evaluation of departmental policies and procedures.

What you will bring with you:

  • 3 + years clinical experience and/or related investigative business experience.
  • Knowledge of general computer software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe).
  • Clinical experience and knowledge of dental procedures and terminology is required.
  • Experience in Dental Utilization Management or Review.
  • Effective oral communication and business writing skills are required.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills are essential.
  • Effective interpersonal skills are essential.
  • Ability to prioritize and adapt to changing priorities is essential.
  • Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist is preferred.

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven't checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.

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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

  • Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being - mental, physical and financial - including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
  • Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account
  • A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
  • Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S.
  • Named as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" two years running

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

    Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email to request an accommodation.

    At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

    For applicants residing in California, please read our employee

    Job Category:

    Claims - Health & Dental

    Posting End Date:

    25/07/2024

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran


    Sun Life Financial is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, ancestry or citizenship status, genetic information, pregnancy status or any other characteristic protected by law. Sun Life Financial is committed to building a diverse and inclusive company culture.

    Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter – for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more.

     

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    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Full Time
    Required Experience
    3+ years
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