UM Review Nurse

Astrana Health, Inc.

$70K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active and unrestricted LVN license in CA
  • At least 1 year of outpatient UM experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Complete prior authorization and retrospective reviews for various medical services
  • Refer cases to Medical Directors when necessary
  • Stay updated on state and federal regulations and accreditation standards
  • Adhere to internal policies and procedures
  • Perform additional job duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility for CA-licensed nurses
  • Requires open availability and schedule flexibility
  • Opportunity for hybrid work for local candidates
  • Rotation of weekend and holiday coverage
  • Overtime opportunities available
Full Job Description
UM Review Nurse

Department: HS - UM

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 1600 Corporate Center Dr., Monterey Park, CA 91754

Reporting To: Phillip Vasquez

Compensation: $34.00 - $47.00 / hour

Description

In this position, you will utilize your clinical judgement to approve or deny outpatient medical services for patients based on Medical Necessity Criteria, respective to various Health Plans.

This position requires open availability between Monday through Sunday, 8 A - 8 P. You would be scheduled for 5 shifts per week. This is a remote position for CA-licensed nurses. Candidates must live in California.

We are seeking nurses with at least one year of outpatient Utilization Management experience in a fast-paced setting.

What You'll Do
  • Complete prior authorization/retrospective review of elective inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures, post-homecare services, and durable medical equipment
  • Refer cases to Medical Directors as needed/appropriate
  • Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and accreditation standards
  • Comply with internal policies and procedures
  • Perform any other job duties as requested


Qualifications
  • Active and unrestricted LVN license in CA.
  • At least 1 years of outpatient UM experience
  • Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

You'll be Great for this Role If:
  • At least two (2) years of health plan, IPA or MSO experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with co-workers, senior leadership, and other management
  • Experience educating and training staff


Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions
  • This is a remote position. Our office is located at 1600 Corporate Center Drive in Monterey Park, CA. Candidates who live within a 30 mile radius of the office may be expected to work hybrid.
  • Typical business hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, however, this position requires open availability between 8 AM - 8 PM PST, M-Su. Your schedule will be compromised of 5 shifts per week. Nurses rotate weekend and holiday coverage. Overtime is required in this position.
  • The national target pay range for this role is $34.00 - $47.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on job level, geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.

Additional Information:
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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