Civil Healthcare Fraud "Opioid" Investigator (Raleigh)

Must live in the Raleigh, NC area.Ardelle Associates is seeking Healthcare Fraud Investigator to support the United States Attorney's Office, Opioid Civil Division in Raleigh, North Carolina. The investigator will provide investigator services to the USAO Assistant (AUSA) in connection with healthcare fraud matters, with particular emphasis on civil healthcare investigations and litigation pursued under the False Claims Act. These services will include, without limitation:DutiesPerforms a variety of ancillary investigation-related services in direct support of litigation. Support activities include one or more of the following:Working with the assigned Assistant United States Attorney and/or supervisory attorneys, determines applicable administrative statutory and regulatory law, and identifies possible violations or causes.Develops an understanding of all applicable federal, state, or local laws to the extent necessary to make sound decisions on direction and scope of investigations. Determines proof required to assist in affixing legal responsibility for litigation, and devises methods for obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence to greatest effects.Decides upon most efficacious methods for planning, scheduling, and conducting investigations, and identifies any resources that may be required.Refers evidence of criminal activities to appropriate criminal investigators or sworn law enforcement office.Initiates contacts with federal, state, and local officials, and other organizations and individuals related to the subject of investigation, for the purpose of gathering facts, obtaining statements, learning sequences of events, obtaining explanations, and otherwise advancing investigative objectives. Examines books, ledgers, payrolls, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, computer data, and other records pertaining to the transactions, events, or allegations under investigation. Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.Arranges for secure storage, preservation, organization and indexing of voluminous documentary evidence, including electronic storage.Utilizes laboratories and other forensic services to identify handwriting, fingerprints, questioned documents and substances, sound and video recordings, and other physical evidence. Arranges for secure storage, preservation, organization, and indexing of voluminous documentary evidence.Conducts in-person and/or telephonic interviews of witnesses. Identifies the need for service of warrants and subpoenas and secures participation of appropriate law enforcement agents in executions of same. Types hand scribed notes from interview discussions.Reviews, analyzes, and summarizes documents.Plans and coordinates surveillance of suspects with appropriate law enforcement/investigative agencies. Occasional surveillance activities personally performed occur in locations that are open and accessible to the public where there is little or no risk of physical harm to incumbent or others. The incumbent does not have arrest authority nor is authorized the use of deadly force. "Undercover" work characteristically does not involve physical interaction with the subject or target of a criminal investigation.Prepares interim and final reports on progress of investigations for use by AUSAs and supervisory attorneys. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional investigative actions, and candid assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, or other aspects of case.Assists in compilation of documents and physical evidence, and creation of charts, graphs, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use by AUSAs in motions and at trial. Provides advice to AUSA on selection of witnesses and ensures their attendance through subpoena or otherwise. Testifies in court regarding investigations, as required.Develops and analyzes evidence that comes from other investigators, analysis and law enforcement officers, and collects information relating to this evidence or legal matters under consideration from appropriate primary and secondary sources. Analysis is for the purposes of clarifying the target or organizations' pattern of operations, to identify information relevant to the legal issues involved and to recommend valuable approaches to the AUSA or other members of the investigative team. Analysis is also for the purpose of developing and refining proof required to assist in determining legal responsibility for violation(s), and for devising methods for effectively obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence.Gathers and analyzes facts including statements, timelines, scientific or technical data, for the purpose of advancing prosecutorial objectives. Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statement, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.Provides specialized investigative analysis relevant to HCF matters. Identifies sources of information and multiple variables. Prepares interim and final comprehensive reports on progress of investigations for use by AUSAs, supervisory AUSAs and the investigative team. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional investigative actions, and candid assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, or other aspects of the case.Experience & Education5 years of healthcare fraud investigation Experience, focusing on Opioid casesFamiliarity with medical , pharmacies or healthcare experienceThorough knowledge of Medicare reimbursement program, CPT Codes, and common healthcare fraud schemes.Experience drafting legal processes for obtaining information relevant to ongoing investigations, such as subpoenas, affidavits in support of search warrants, or written discovery requests.Must have a valid Alabama drivers license and dependable vehicleExperience with MS office productsMust be a US CitizenFederal background check required before start date.Ardelle Associates, a veteran-owned company providing Consulting and Support Services to government agencies and contractors. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values quality service and professionalism. Join us in delivering exceptional legal support services while upholding our commitment to excellence.Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: $33.31 - $37.72 per hourBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftEducation:Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:Healthcare Fraud: 5 years (Required)Ability to Relocate:Raleigh, NC 27601: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-03-03