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MEDICAID REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

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This position may be filled in the following parishes: Lafayette

Lead a dynamic regional team at the forefront of Louisiana’s Medicaid program as part of the Bureau of Health Services Financing. In this high-impact leadership role, you will oversee eligibility operations for a wide range of Medicaid programs serving more than 1.7 million residents across the state. This position offers the opportunity to guide program performance, mentor staff, and help ensure vital healthcare services reach those who need them most. If you are a strategic leader who thrives in a complex, mission-driven environment and is passionate about improving access to healthcare, we encourage you to apply.


Requirements

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been at the supervisory level or above:

Eight years of social services experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus five years of social services experience; OR

A bachelor's degree plus five years of social services experience; OR

An advanced degree plus four years of social services experience.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:

  • Supervises the Medicaid Assistant Regional Administrator, Administrative Program Manager, Area Managers, and Analyst Supervisors, providing direction for all regional Medicaid programs and office management practices.

  • Develops and implements current and long-range operational plans to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient processing of Medicaid actions and delivery of services statewide.

  • Establishes operational standards, monitors program effectiveness, and conducts management and program reviews to maintain program integrity, quality, and compliance.

  • Analyzes operational data, identifies problems, adjusts priorities, formulates solutions, and implements corrective measures to meet departmental objectives and goals.

  • Oversees all regional personnel functions, including hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, staffing allocation, and compliance with Civil Service Rules, LDH policies, and Equal Employment Opportunity regulations.

  • Directly supervises staff performance, establishes work plans, sets goals, and evaluates employee development while promoting teamwork, engagement, and adaptability to policy and system changes.

  • Administers regional fiscal and budgetary responsibilities, including budget preparation, expenditure tracking, variance reporting, and resource allocation to ensure proper funding for offices and staff.

  • Manages regional property, inventory, procurement, and purchasing processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient delivery of goods and services.

  • Monitors and evaluates the quality of services provided by Medicaid Application Centers, providing technical assistance and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

  • Serves as a liaison with local, state, federal, and private agencies, community organizations, and the public; participates in outreach, special studies, policy formulation, and committee work to support regional and statewide Medicaid program objectives.


Position-Specific Details:

Location: Medical Vendor Administration / Eligibility Field Operations / Lafayette Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment or a Promotional appointment.

Cost Center: 305-2050405

Position Number(s): 145017


How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Paula Jackson- paula.jackson@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 

LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 

Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.

LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.

Date Posted
03/16/2026
Job Reference
MVA/PJ/218834
Organization
LDH-Medical Vendor Administration
Location
Lafayette, LA 70802
Category
Health Policy Management
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