DDS Analyst – Junior Level - #ARSD0436

 

Title: DDS Analyst – Junior Level - #ARSD0436

State Role Title: Health Care Compliance Spec I

Hiring Range: Starting Salary $69,479

Pay Band: NV 4

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs (NOVA)

Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Looking for an experienced, mission-driven individual to join our team as DDS–Junior Analyst.

 

Job Duties:

The Disability Determination Services Division (DDS) is a division of the Virginia Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) objective is to provide accurate, timely, efficient and cost-effective evaluations of medical and vocational evidence related to claims filed by citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia for benefits under Title II, Title XVI, and Title XIX of the Social Security Act. These evaluations result in the adjudication or “determination” of claims at the initial claims stage, at the continuing disability review stage, and at other appellate points in the disability process.

We are seeking an DDS Analyst – Junior Level to adjudicate disability claims in an accurate, timely, and cost-effective manner while providing outstanding customer service.

Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

The idea candidate will have:

• Ability to analyze information and data, arriving at well-supported decisions or conclusions following established policies and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task, meet multiple established deadlines, and organize and manage a caseload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of PC and position-related software applications.

Additional Considerations:

N/A

Special Instructions:

 

• Must pass HSPD-12 federal credentialing.
• This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. 
• The Social Security Administration (SSA) will conduct an extensive fingerprint-based criminal history check and credentialing process on all final candidates. All job offers will be contingent upon the applicant successfully passing the required SSA background process.
  

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024,