Utilization Management Specialist — Patient Care Advocate

Clive Behavioral; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work env

Career development within UHS

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx Plan

401(K) with company match

Generous PTO

Free Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Michiana Behavioral Health, an UHS facility, is seeking a dedicated Utilization Management Specialist to handle admissions processing, reviews, and data support. The role supports discharge planning and collaborates with treatment teams to ensure compliant care.

The position emphasizes regulatory knowledge, documentation excellence, and advocacy for patient rights, with a mission to deliver respectful, ethical care 24/7.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field a plus.
• One to three years of healthcare experience required.
• Certification in Utilization Management a plus.
• Knowledge of regulatory and insurance required.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Advocate for patient's rights and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Process admissions into the utilization management system.
• Conduct admission and concurrent reviews.
• Maintain statistics and data as requested/required.
• Attend Treatment Team meetings.
• Assists physicians with calls as needed.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Documentation skills

Advocate for patients' rights

Education

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Job description

Michiana Behavioral Health, an UHS facility, is seeking a dedicated Utilization Management Specialist to handle admissions processing, reviews, and data support. The role supports discharge planning and collaborates with treatment teams to ensure compliant care.

The position emphasizes regulatory knowledge, documentation excellence, and advocacy for patient rights, with a mission to deliver respectful, ethical care 24/7.