Fraud Auditor Associate

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

SafeGuard Services (SGS), a subsidiary of Peraton, performs data analysis, investigation, and medical review to detect, prevent, deter, reduce, and make referrals to recover fraud, waste, and abuse.

We are looking to add a Fraud Auditor Associate to our SGS team of talented professionals.

What you'll do:

The position is an entry level fraud investigator/auditor position expected to work under the direct supervision of a team manager and/or team lead.  The team performs high level complex investigations of medical professional service providers and develops cases/reports for future action, including referral to law enforcement, education, over payment recovery and other administrative actions.  This position will support the team of fraud investigators/auditors and will work with internal resources and external agencies to develop cases/audits and corrective actions as well as respond to requests for data and support.  

• The auditor uses good judgment and will work under the direct supervision of team manager and/or team lead
• The audit associate will work in support of a team who works with state and/or federal investigators and other personnel. 
• The auditor handles multiple caseload assignments concurrently; organizes and analyzes information in support of the team’s workload
• The auditor may also be required to assist in the completion of complex reports that apply regulations or rules to the program(s) affected by the behavior being reviewed.
• Auditor will work collaboratively within the team and participate in researching and understanding the relevant offenses being reviewed; participate in conducting efficient and effective investigations/audits concerning those alleged offenses and detect or verify suspected violations; obtain information and evidence by observation, record examination, and interview.
• Auditor will collaborate with team members to analyze the results of the investigation/audit to ascertain if the allegations have been corroborated and work with others to determine the appropriate steps that need to be taken to address the issues.
• As part of an audit, the auditor will need to prepare correspondence; be objective and accurate and communicate with others with tact.
• There may be times when auditors need to react to unplanned situations, be flexible in planning their activities and adopt effective courses of action.
• As auditors will be working with health privacy information, they also must maintain confidentiality and understand all the laws, rules and regulations concerning health privacy.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 0 years with BS/BA or 4 years with a HS Diploma/equivalent
• Investigative and analytical experience
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong PC knowledge and skills
• US. citizenship required

The most competitive candidates will have:

• Strong background in investigations or compliance audits.
• Experience in reviewing claims for technical requirements, performing medical review, and/or developing fraud cases and identifying overpayments.
• Knowledge of investigative or audit practices regarding healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of Medicare and/or Medicaid programs and the rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Background in evaluating, reviewing and analyzing medical claims and records
• Ability to learn and operate a variety of data systems, equipment and tools used in investigations

Essential Functions:

• Ability to perform research and draw conclusions
• Ability to document information in support of investigative/audit workload of the team, present issues of concern, citing regulatory violations, alleging schemes or scams to defraud the Government
• Ability to organize a case file, accurately and thoroughly document all steps taken
• Ability to compose correspondence, reports and referral summary letters
• Ability to educate providers, provider associations, law enforcement, other contractors and beneficiary advocacy groups on program safeguard matters
• Ability to communicate effectively, internally and externally
• Ability to interpret laws and regulations
• Ability to handle confidential material.
• Ability to report work activity on a timely basis.
• Ability to work under direct supervision as a member of a team to deliver high-quality work
• Ability to attend meetings, training conferences and overnight travel may be required.

Target Salary Range$39,000 - $62,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application StatementsThe application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.