Utilization Review Coordinator

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals; Alaska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO and Time Off Policy

Tuition offers through Capella

Work/life balance with growth

Employee Discounts through LifeMart

Job summary

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals is seeking a Utilization Review Coordinator to coordinate patient services across the continuum of care, promoting effective utilization and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This role requires attention to documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The position emphasizes collaboration with nursing and medical staff, adherence to federal and hospital policies, and ongoing professional development in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing or Psychology required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CCM or ACM preferred.
• BLS and HWC obtained during orientation, if applicable.
• Strong knowledge of medications; excellent time management, data entry, and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and thorough in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Filing documents as needed.
• Initial precertification with payors.
• Concurrent clinical review with payors.
• Document in the electronic system daily in real time.
• Admission audit.
• Ensure CONs/RONs and CMS certifications are completed by provider.
• Communicate professionally with staff and patients; maintain productive relationships.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in the field through reading and seminars.

Skills

Time management

Data entry

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health or related field

Master's degree preferred

CCM/ACM preferred

Tools

Health information systems

Job description

About Us

Specialized Care for the Patients Who Need It Most.

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals (NPH) is dedicated to providing unparalleled service to our patients, team members, physicians, and families. We dare to do things differently, bringing together compassionate care, specialized expertise, and an interdisciplinary approach to meet the unique needs of those we serve. It is this commitment that distinguishes NPH as the healthcare provider of choice.

As a national leader in behavioral healthcare, NPH specializes in caring for patients with acute psychiatric and complex medical needs. Our hospitals provide patient-centered care through an interdisciplinary, multi-specialty approach, ensuring our patients receive the specialized support they need when they need it most.

With locations in Indiana, Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and Arizona, we are expanding access to our unique model of care across the United States. Join NPH and become part of a team that is daring to do things differently and making a lasting difference in the lives of our patients, families, and communities every day.

Overview

NeuroBehavioral Hospital is looking for a Utilization Review Coordinator to coordinate patients’ services across the continuum of care by promoting effective utilization, monitoring health resources and elaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits of joining NPH

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Programs
• Generous PTO and Time Off Policy
• Special tuition offers through Capella University
• Work/life balance with great professional growth opportunities
• Employee Discounts through LifeMart

Responsibilities

• Filing documents as needed.
• Initial Precertification with payors.
• Concurrent Clinical review with payors.
• Document in the electronic system daily in real time.
• Admission audit.
• Ensures that CON’s/RON’s and CMS certifications are completed by provider.
• Consistently demonstrates professionalism with all internal and external customers as evidenced by positive customer and peer Communicates effectively with all staff and patients as evidenced by the establishment and maintenance of productive working relationships.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books; journals and other literature and attending related seminars or conferences.
• Maintains a professional approach with Assures protection and privacy of health information as attained through written, electronic or oral disclosures.
• Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, and other departments.
• Seeks guidance and remains knowledgeable of, and complies with, all applicable federal and state laws, as well as hospital polices that apply.
• Complies with hospital expectations regarding ethical behavior and standards of conduct.
• Complies with federal and hospital requirements in the areas of protected health information and patient information.
• Reconsiderations, assists with appeals as needed, arrange peer to peer level reviews, and report the outcomes to the VP of Care Management and Team.
• Provides education to nursing staff. ;eadership team, and providers regarding documentation.
• Actively works with the business office regarding resolution of appeals/denials and retrospective reviews.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing or Psychology required. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of utilization review experience in a hospital setting required. Minimum of 2 years of case management experience, including discharge planning in a hospital setting required.

Licensure: Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Handle with Care (HWC) obtained during orientation, if applicable.

Skills: Must have strong knowledge of medications and demonstrate exceptional time management, data entry, and communication skills. Must be detail oriented.#INDEEDLOW