Senior Medicaid Policy Consultant (Contract) Remote | Medicaid Policy & Regulatory Consulting | Up to $135/hr A healthcare consulting organization supporting state Medicaid initiatives is seeking an experienced Medicaid Policy Consultant to support a Medicaid client engagement focused on policy modernization, program implementation, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-impact consulting opportunity for someone with deep Medicaid policy expertise who enjoys both strategic advisory work and hands-on implementation support.

• Position Details
• Initial 6-month contract with potential extension
• Remote opportunity
• 35–40 hours per week
• Compensation: $100–$135/hour
• Approximately quarterly travel to Guam for ~2 weeks at a time
• What You'll Do
• Support Medicaid policy and program initiatives for a government healthcare client
• Analyze federal and state Medicaid regulations and sub-regulatory guidance
• Assist with the implementation of policy and operational changes
• Facilitate client meetings and stakeholder discussions
• Track project milestones, action items, and deliverables
• Provide written analysis, reporting, and project communication support
• Collaborate with consulting leadership and client teams
• What We're Looking For
• 5+ years of Medicaid policy experience within a state Medicaid agency or healthcare consulting environment
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid waivers, eligibility policy, state plans, and reimbursement structures
• Experience implementing regulatory or policy-driven program changes
• Familiarity with CMS guidance and Medicaid payment authorities
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Management, or related field
• Comfortable working across Guam time zones and periodic travel requirements
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• Preferred
• Remote – Pacific Time Preferred
• Experience working directly with CMS
• Medicaid waiver and eligibility policy expertise
• Consulting experience supporting public sector healthcare clients

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Medicaid policy professional seeking impactful consulting work within complex public healthcare environments.