Special Investigations Unit Investigator

Special Investigations Unit InvestigatorThis position is responsible for administering the fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) duties for CareOregon and its affiliated lines of business. Core work includes ensuring effective measures are in place and operating effectively to prevent, detect, and correct any instances of fraud, waste, and abuse. This includes performing fraud investigations and providing regular FWA reporting. Additionally, this position helps ensure that appropriate procedures are in place and followed consistently to safeguard its assets, verify the accuracy and reliability of data, and promote efficient and effective operations. Estimated Hiring Range:
$74,250.00 - $90,750.00 Bonus Target:
Bonus - SIP Target, 5% Annual
Current CareOregon Employees: Please use the internal Workday site to submit an application for this job.
Essential Responsibilities

- Assist in the development and operation of an effective FWA program in accordance with CMS requirements, OHA/OHP requirements, and applicable laws with guidance from department leadership.

- Perform routine FWA investigations, audits, and corrective actions as assigned, including maintaining documents and providing routine updates; may assist senior investigator with more complex or advanced investigations.

- Prepare reports of audit findings; provide recommendations regarding improvements or corrective actions where a deficiency may exist.

- Prepare, proofread, and distribute correspondence, forms, and other information of a specialized and confidential nature.

- Respond to routine and ad hoc requests from external regulatory agencies as assigned, such as annual reviews, quarterly reports, and one-off requests.

- Prepare routine and ad hoc reports for internal and external leaders, committees, and governing body, including collecting, analyzing, and displaying data.

- Assist in developing and maintaining an organized, methodical documentation system for communicating, implementing, and administering new and existing FWA regulatory requirements.

- Review and recommend policy and procedure revisions that support the FWA/SIU program.

- Attend internal and external FWA and compliance-related meetings as assigned.

- Assist in providing effective FWA training and education to staff, both internal and external.

- Educate providers on appropriate documentation and coding.

- Participate in FWA program-related risk assessment and mitigation processes.

- Meet departmental metrics for key performance indicators.

Working Conditions

Work Environment(s): ☒ Indoor/Office ☐ Community ☐ Facilities/Security ☐ Outdoor Exposure

Member/Patient Facing: ☒ No ☐ Telephonic ☐ In Person

Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical and ergonomic hazards.
Equipment: General office equipment

Travel: May include occasional required or optional travel outside of the workplace; the employee’s personal vehicle, local transit or other means of transportation may be used.
Work Location: Work from home

Ability to bend and speak clearly for at least 3 hours/day Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress Ability to see, read and hear and for at least 6 hours/day Ability to perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Skills and Abilities

Strong research, investigative and problem-solving skills Strong communication skills, including written, verbal and listening skills Effective computer skills, including MS Office Suite Strong interpersonal and motivational skills Ability to think logically and creatively without undue influence from personal biases Ability to operate with a high degree of professionalism and confidentially Ability to plan, organize, manage, and monitor work projects Ability to facilitate learning opportunities in a variety of informal