Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer - ABA Services - Remote

Istss; Maryland Heights (MO); Remote; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase plan

Incentive programs

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to serve as a Peer Reviewer for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. You will evaluate ABA requests, apply criteria and plan requirements, and issue clinical determinations for commercial and Medicaid plans.

Primary responsibilities include peer consultations, timely determinations, and collaboration with providers. A doctoral license and 3+ years post-licensure are required; full-time remote work is available with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral level Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
• 3+ years of post-licensure experience.
• Clinical experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Experience with managed care entities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to type proficiently while on calls.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a clinical team.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to obtain additional state licenses as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review ABA treatment/assessment requests for commercial and Medicaid plans.
• Apply clinical criteria and requirements to each review.
• Conduct peer-to-peer discussions with treating providers.
• Compose clear clinical determinations, including adverse determinations when needed.
• Review requests for single-case agreements and appeals.
• Participate in peer consultations and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical experience

Managed care

MS Office Suite

Typing on phone

Organization

Verbal communication

Independent work

Negotiation skills

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D.

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Access Databases

Job description

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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Services evaluates requests for initial and continued coverage of ABA treatment and assessment services. The Peer Reviewer applies applicable clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and federal, state, and local requirements; discusses clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers; and issues clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review initial and continued-service requests for ABA treatment and assessment services for commercial and Medicaid plans.
• Apply clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements to each review.
• Conduct peer-to-peer consultations and discuss clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers.
• Compose and enter clear, timely clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.
• Review requests for single-case agreements and appeals of previously denied services.
• Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed doctoral level Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Your license must be current, allow for full independent practice, and be unrestricted [You may be asked to obtain additional state licenses to meet growing business needs]
• 3+ years of post-licensure experience
• Clinical experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Experience working with managed care entities
• Proficiency is MS Office Suite
• Ability to type proficiently, and for a significant portion of your day comfortably, while speaking on the phone
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turn-around-time requirements and track multiple state and business nuances for the cases you review
• Ability to work well independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team
• Solid written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Have a secure, private area of your home to set up an office, and access to a broadband ISP
• Available to work full-time during normal business hours Monday through Friday
• Ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Psychologists licensed in AZ, CA, FL, GA, IN, KY, MA, MN, or MS
• BCBA, BCBA-D, LBA (in addition to being a licensed psychologist)
• APA accredited training and internship
• Applied Behavior Analysis training and/or experience
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents
• Experience working in a managed care setting
• Peer review experience with managed care
• Behavior Modification expertise
• Advanced computer skills using Excel and Access Databases

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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 salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline:

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.