Assistant Attorney General (Medicaid Fraud Unit)

About the role

The Civil Enforcement Division of the Oregon Department of Justice is seeking an outstanding attorney to join the Medicaid Fraud Unit (MFU) in the Portland office. The MFU investigates and prosecutes health care fraud committed by Medicaid providers and abuse, neglect and financial exploitation in connection with the delivery of health care services. The Oregon MFU consists of 18 FTEs including attorneys, auditors, investigators, data analysts, a paralegal and an administrative assistant. The MFU operates on a federal grant and is 75% federally funded. The Oregon MFU team handles both civil and criminal prosecutions. This specific posting is for an attorney focused on civil litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of cases involving all types of Medicaid providers including in-home caregivers, licensed medical professionals, care facilities, pharmacies, durable medical equipment suppliers and pharmaceutical companies
• Work closely with other state Medicaid Fraud Control Units on multi-state litigation
• Collaborate closely with a variety of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies including the U.S. Attorney's Office and the Health and Human Services – Office of Inspector General
• Handle a high-intensity, diverse and challenging caseload
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team to investigate complex billing fraud allegations from inception through resolution
• Evaluate incoming referrals; obtain and review evidence; identify and interview witnesses; handle depositions; manage voluminous discovery; motion practice; negotiate with defense counsels and try cases

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity in progress at the time of application
• A minimum of seven (7) years of civil litigation experience including handling complex discovery, motion practice, and first chair trial experience
• Superior analytical, advocacy, research, verbal communication, and writing skills
• Good judgment and a strong work ethic, including the ability to work equally well independently and as a productive team member
• Proficiency with technology
• Willing and available to travel throughout the State for court appearances and other case-related work, including overnight stays away from home—must have valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Experience with the healthcare industry such as experience with the Medicaid program; managed care organizations; commercial health plans, etc.
• Experience building and pursuing a civil plaintiff's case

Pay

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $9,063.00 - $17,597.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only.

Benefits

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