Prior Authorization Clinical Review Coordinator -Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

The Clinical Review Coordinator is responsible for reviewing prior-authorization requests for post-acute levels of care. The CRC will review clinical documents and complete reviews based on medical necessity and InterQual criteria. Partners with physicians, providers, and other members of the team to determine the most appropriate level of care for the member.

Hours: Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research member benefits and eligibility
• Request and review member’s clinical information from providers
• Perform prior authorization reviews on post-acute level of care cases using appropriate clinical criteria; assign to Medical Director for review and decision when applicable; provide determinations to provider and member
• Complete all assigned cases within required timeframes (TAT)
• Educate providers, members and internal staff on guidelines, member benefits, and alternate levels of care available
• Meets performance metrics with goal benchmarks
• Process and document all case activities per SOPs, Job Aides, and DES; follows Model of Care guidelines
• Acts as a Clinical resource for LPN/LVN and administrative team members
• Collaborate with other members of the team to transition the member to an appropriate level of care 
• Communicate escalations and concerns to Senior ICM/Manager
• Identify opportunities for improved communication or processes
• Participate in team meetings, compliance meetings, education discussions, and related activities; completes assigned learning timely

Professionalism:

• Personal and Professional Accountability:
  • Foster a positive work environment: assume positive intent, adapts to change in a positive manner
  • Ability to hold self-accountable for performance and results
  • Answers for one’s own behavior and actions
• Career Planning:
  • Develops own career path
  • Sets self-development goals and seeks challenging assignments
  • Demonstrates a mind-set in which continuous learning and personal growth are an expectation
• Ethics: Integrate high ethical standards and UHG core values into everyday work activities
  • Integrity Value: Act Ethically 
  • Relationships Value: Act as a Team Player; Communicate Effectively
  • Compassion Value: Focus on Customers
  • Innovation Value: Support Change and Innovation
  • Performance Value: Make Fact-Based Decisions; Deliver Quality Results

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Active and unrestricted RN license 
• 3+ years total experience including recent clinical experience in an inpatient/acute setting 
• Experience in acute, long-term acute care, acute rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facilities  
• Experience in prior-authorization review  
• Proficient computer skills 
• Demonstrated high level of organizational skills, self- motivation, and ability to manage time independently
• Proven exceptional verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously
• Proven ability to quickly adapt to change and drive innovation within the team and market
• Proven ability to work across functional areas and businesses to achieve business goals
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive customer relationships
• Dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides privacy
• Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 2+ years case management/utilization review
• Experience with InterQual and Medicare criteria guidelines
• Experience working with Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid plans
• Utilization Review background in managed care

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.