Utilization Management Nurse Consultant

Posted:
8/28/2024, 7:20:40 AM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
Remote

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Position Summary

Fully remote role in the USA.

Requires Monday-Friday: 11:30am-8:00pm EST shift; 8:30am-5:00pm PST; or 9:30-6:00pm MST

Weekend/holiday coverage will occasionally be required.


Utilizes clinical skills to coordinate, document and communicate all aspects of the utilization/benefit management program. Utilizes clinical experience and skills in a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate options to facilitate appropriate healthcare services/benefits for members Gathers clinical information and applies the appropriate clinical criteria/guideline, policy, procedure and clinical judgment to render coverage determination/recommendation along the continuum of care Communicates with providers and other parties to facilitate care/treatment Identifies members for referral opportunities to integrate with other products, services and/or programs Identifies opportunities to promote quality effectiveness of Healthcare Services and benefit utilization Consults and lends expertise to other internal and external constituents in the coordination and administration of the utilization/benefit management function

Function in a clinical telephone queue working with providers to secure additional information for prior authorization review.

Required Qualifications

1 year UM, concurrent review or prior authorization
5 years of clinical experience required
5 years Demonstrated to make thorough independent decisions using clinical judgement
5 Years Proficient use of equipment experience including phone, computer, etc and clinical documentation systems

Required to attend the first 3 weeks training required 100% participation during 8:30am-5pm Monday-Friday.
A Registered Nurse that must hold an unrestricted license in their state of residence, with multi-state/compact privileges and have the ability to be licensed in all non-compact states.



Preferred Qualifications
1+ years Managed Care (MCO) preferred
1+ years demonstrated experience working in a high volume clinical call center environment
Remote work experience

Education
Associate's nursing degree (RN) minimum required
Bachelor's degree preferred

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$26.01 - $56.14

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. 
 
In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities.  The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits.  Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees.  The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners.  As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.  
 
For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit Benefits | CVS Health

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/03/2024

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.