UM Coordinator

Meadowview Behavioral Hospital; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (100% company-paid up2

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance (100%)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cafeteria on site

Employee engagement program

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

Meadowview Behavioral Hospital is seeking a UM Coordinator to manage external communications with case managers and managed care to certify insurance benefits during a patient’s stay. You will support the treatment team in interpreting insurer requirements for continued stay and discharge planning.

You will advocate for patient access and lead treatment team discussions on continued stay reviews. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in social work, mental health, nursing, or related field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, mental health, nursing, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in healthcare or managed care with patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management and/or case management.

Responsibilities

• Contact external case managers/managed care organizations for certification and recertification of insurance benefits.
• Assist the treatment team in understanding the insurance company’s requirements for continued stay and discharge planning.
• Advocate for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and physician contact.
• Chair treatment team meetings and continued stay reviews as indicated.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Utilization management

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, mental health, nursing, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Meadowview Behavioral Hospital - Peoria, IL 61615

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $47,840.00 - $62,400.00 Salary

Job Shift: Day

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A UM COORDINATOR!

Status: Full-Time

Schedule: M-F

Your Work Matters

How will you make a difference?

The UM Coordinator is responsible for contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification and recertification of insurance benefits throughout the patient’s stay, and assists the treatment team in understanding the insurance company’s requirements for continued stay and discharge planning. The UM Coordinator is responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team. The UM Coordinator advocates for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and through individual physician contact. The UM Coordinator chairs treatment team meetings and continued stay reviews as indicated.

Your Experience Matters

What we’re looking for:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or related degree preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management.

Your Care Matters

What we provide for our team:

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What sets us apart

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available only to full-time positions. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation:

Compensation ranges from $23.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on employment status, experience, qualifications, and skill level.

About Us!

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about MBH, visit us at: https://meadowviewbehavioralhospital.com/

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

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At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities