Physician Reviewer - Psychiatry (Utilization Review)

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Board-Certified Psychiatrists for a fully remote, non-clinical role in utilization review. This flexible position allows you to work from anywhere while providing evidence-based opinions on treatment requests. With no patient contact, you can control your workload and schedule, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to supplement their income. Join a team dedicated to high-quality clinical decisions and enjoy the support of a user-friendly portal and ongoing assistance. Apply today to start earning on your terms!

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Supplemental Income

Full Onboarding Support

Work from Anywhere

Qualifications

• Must have board certification in psychiatry and an active New York medical license.
• Experience in utilization review and workers’ compensation guidelines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to determine medical necessity of services.
• Submit clear and concise determinations within required timeframes.

Skills

Utilization Review

Evidence-based Medicine

Psychiatry

Workers’ Compensation Guidelines

Education

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Active New York Medical License

Workers’ Compensation Board Certification

Tools

User-friendly Portal

Case Management System

Job description

Description

Dane Street, a nationally recognized Independent Review Organization (IRO), is expanding its panel of Physician Reviewers. We are currently seeking Board-Certified Psychiatrist with an active New York medical license and Workers’ Compensation Board Certification to conduct Utilization Reviews.

This is a fully remote, non-clinical role offering supplemental income with flexible scheduling. Physicians provide objective, evidence-based opinions on the medical necessity of treatment requests and appeals. No patient contact, no treatment, and no doctor-patient relationship is established.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review medical records to determine the medical necessity of services
• Utilize state-specific workers’ compensation guidelines and nationally recognized criteria
• Submit clear, concise, and well-supported determinations
• Complete reviews within required timeframes (typically 1–5 business days)
• Participate in peer-to-peer calls as needed (coordinated by Dane Street)
• Complete addenda when new information is provided

Role Highlights:

• Independent contractor (1099) status
• Average case takes15 minutes or less
• Flat rate per case – consistent, supplemental income
• Fully remote – work from anywhere
• You control volume and availability
• No direct patient interaction or treatment
• Chronological, pre-organized medical records provided
• User-friendly portal and streamlined case management
• Full onboarding and ongoing support included

Requirements:

• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Active, unrestricted New York medical license
• Workers’ Compensation Board Certification (New York)
• Active clinical practice

About Dane Street:
Dane Street is a national leader in Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review services. We partner with highly qualified, actively practicing physicians to ensure high-quality, evidence-based clinical decisions that support better outcomes across the healthcare system.

Apply today to join our Physician Review Panel and start earning on your schedule.