Utilization Management Review Nurse

AmeriHealth Caritas; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Utilization Management Review Registered Nurse at AmeriHealth Caritas. In this role, you'll evaluate medical necessities and ensure that treatments align with clinical guidelines, impacting the lives of millions. Candidates must have robust clinical experience and possess an RN license in the District of Columbia. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, fostering diversity and inclusion within a mission-driven healthcare environment.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Annual incentive program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of diverse clinical experience in critical care or similar settings.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in DC.
• Strong understanding of utilization review processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical necessity for inpatient and outpatient services.
• Conduct utilization management reviews and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Communicate determinations and provide rationales for decisions.

Skills

Clinical Evaluation

Decision-Making

Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Patient Care Coordination

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

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Your career starts now. We are looking for the next generation of healthcare leaders.

At AmeriHealth Caritas, we are passionate about helping people get care, stay well, and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in healthcare solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services, and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together, we can build healthier communities. We want to connect with you if you're going to make a difference. Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with over 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services. Discover more about us at www.amerihealthcaritas.com.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of a supervisor, the Clinical Care Reviewer – Utilization Management evaluates medical necessity for inpatient and outpatient services, ensuring treatment aligns with clinical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and patient needs. This role requires reviewing provider requests, gathering necessary medical documentation, and making determinations based on clinical criteria. Using professional judgment, the Clinical Care Reviewer assesses the appropriateness of services, identifies care coordination opportunities, and ensures compliance with medical policies. When necessary, cases are escalated to the Medical Director for further review. The reviewer independently applies medical and behavioral health guidelines to authorize services, ensuring they meet the patient’s needs in the least restrictive and most effective manner. The Clinical Care Reviewer must maintain a strong working knowledge of federal, state, and organizational regulations and consistently apply them in decision-making. Productivity expectations include meeting established turnaround times, quality benchmarks, and efficiency metrics in a fast-paced environment. The Clinical Care Reviewer – Utilization Management will also be counted upon to:

• Conduct utilization management reviews by assessing medical necessity, appropriateness of care, and adherence to clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate timely authorizations and optimize patient care.
• Analyze medical records and clinical data to ensure compliance with regulatory and payer guidelines.
• Communicate determinations effectively, providing clear, evidence-based rationales for approval or denial decisions.
• Identify and escalate complex cases requiring physician review or additional intervention.
• Ensure compliance with Medicaid industry standards.
• Maintain productivity and efficiency by meeting established performance metrics, turnaround times, and quality standards in a high-volume environment
  
  

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• A Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia in good standing is required.
• 3+ years of diverse clinical experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department (ED), Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Rehabilitation, or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC), home health care, or medical office setting.
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record Systems to efficiently document and assess patient cases.
• Strong understanding of utilization review processes, including medical necessity criteria, care coordination, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to meet productivity standards in a fast-paced, high-volume utilization review environment.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, flexible for holidays, occasional overtime, and weekends based on business needs.
• Current driver's license required.
  
  

The range displayed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the position in the Washington DC area.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including, without limitation, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training.

AmeriHealth Caritas associates are eligible to participate in our annual incentive program and will also receive our benefits package, consisting of medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off and more. The targeted hiring range for this role is expected to be between $84,400.00 or $40.10/hour and $113,600.00 or $54.62/hour.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At AmeriHealth Caritas, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We implement these principles daily by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.

We keep our associates happy so they can focus on keeping our members healthy.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible work solutions include remote options, hybrid work schedules, competitive pay, paid time off, holidays and volunteer events, health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k) tuition reimbursement, and more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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