Billing & Claims Support Specialist (Medical Assistance Consultant II)

Job Requisition ID: 54385 
BPIS: 03446 & 11758

Opening Date: 03/19/2026
Closing Date: 04/02/2026
Agency: Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Class Title: MEDICAL ASSIST CONSULTANT II - 26502 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $5384/month / Full salary range $5,384 - $7,631/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Position Overview:

 

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Medical Programs/Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services is seeking to hire a motivated candidate to serve as Prior Approval Specialist. Under the direction of the Prior Approval and Customer Relations/Special Case Programs managers, this position conducts professional work in the interpretation of Department policies, procedures, instructions, in the prior approval process for durable medical equipment and specialized medical services. This position will provide a current status of prior, approval requests within the MMIS database to providers of these services.

 

 

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, confidence, the ability to thrive in high volume and fast paced environment, and problem-solving skills to ensure operations are running effectively.

 

 

HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. 

 

Employees receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)

 

 

If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!

 

 

 

At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit