Sr. Medicare & Medicaid Manager

We believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We recognize that mental health issues can be complex and multifaceted, and we are dedicated to treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

We aim to create a world where mental health is no longer stigmatized or marginalized, but rather is embraced as an integral part of one’s overall well-being. 

We believe that by providing quality care that is both evidence-based and compassionate, we can empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and achieve their full potential. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with mental health issues and we strive to be a force for positive change in the field of mental healthcare.

About the Role

Rula’s mission is to make mental healthcare work for everyone. We are seeking a Sr. Medicare & Medicaid Manager to help Rula realize this mission and expand our services to Medicare and Medicaid members. This Sr. Medicare & Medicaid Manager will be responsible for helping Rula launch and grow both our Medicare, Medicaid and Medicare Advantage books of business nationally.

This role will be a mix of internal operations and external partner management, to ensure our launches and expansion are successful. The Sr. Medicare & Medicaid Manager will work directly with Rula’s Product, Billing, Support, Compliance and Provider teams to launch Medicare and Medicaid nationally and deliver an excellent experience for our patients, providers, and payer partners.

Required Qualifications

• Deep experience with Medicare or Medicare Advantage program management, including familiarity with CMS regulations and compliance requirements 

• Advanced expertise with Medicaid program management, including knowledge of state and federal laws/regulations related to Medicaid program administration

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of work experience

• 5+ years of dedicated experience in healthcare industry, with acute knowledge of healthcare operations, policies, and procedures

• Experience submitting applicants and enrolling providers groups for Medicare & Medicaid program management

• Proficiency in managing complex projects and processes, including the ability to lead cross-functional teams, and juggling multiple priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated analytical skills with the proficiency to interpret data and make informed judgements to improve program performance

• Strong instincts on how to set up processes that are efficient and will scale well, with knowledge in designing, documenting, training, and rolling out new initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

While having the preferred qualifications enhances your candidacy, having all of them is not mandatory. We encourage all interested applicants to apply, even those who may not meet every preferred requirement.

• Experience at a high growth start up

• Past exposure in a consultancy capacity, working directly within mental health/behavioral health services, particularly in a Medicare/Medicaid context

• Experience in a leadership role with at least one direct report

We’re serious about your well-being! As part of our team, full-time employees receive:

• 100% remote work environment: Working hours to support a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you can meet both professional and personal commitments

• Attractive pay and benefits: Full transparency of pay ranges regardless of where you live in the United States

• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA

• 401(k) plan access: Start saving for your future

• Generous time-off policies: Including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks each year for self-care (for most employees)

• Paid parental leave: Available for all parents, including birthing, non-birthing, adopting, and fostering

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for your mental and physical health

• New hire home office stipend: Set up your workspace for success

• Quarterly department stipend: Fund team-building activities or in-person gatherings

• Wellness events and lunch & learns: Explore a variety of engaging topics

• Community and employee resource groups: Participate in groups that celebrate employee identity and lived experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging for all

• Discounted programs: Fetch, SmartSpend, Ladder, SoFi

Our team

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission of making mental healthcare work for everyone.  We are dedicated to having a culture of inclusion that will support our employees in feeling safe, seen, heard, and valued.