Utilization Review Therapist

Odyssey House of Utah; Millcreek (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

24/7 EAP

Paid continuing education

Monthly incentives

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with 100% match

35 paid days off

Sabbatical program

On-Demand Pay

UTA free passes

Job summary

Odyssey House of Utah is seeking a Full-Time Utilization Review Specialist to manage UR submissions, ensure medical necessity, and minimize funding denials. The role includes staff training, reporting, and coordination with the billing team to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate is a licensed mental health professional with a graduate degree, willing to pass a background check and meet immunization requirements. Shifts are variable depending on program needs.

Qualifications

• Licensed Mental Health Professional, including - CSW, LCSW, CMHC, ACHMC, LMFT, MFTI.
• Graduate degree in the mental health field.
• Willingness and ability to pass a criminal background check.
• First Aid and CPR Certification (available at Odyssey House).
• Must comply with annual TB tests and Flu immunization (and other immunizations as needed).
• Must meet employment eligibility.
• Must be able to work variable shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Track UCE/UR/Insurance Due Dates for all funding and ensure timely submission of all requests.
• Review all UR submissions for medical necessity, make corrections to UR, and submit for approval.
• Provide ongoing training to staff regarding writing to medical necessity or other issues that present during reviewing UMs.
• Resolve funding denials through immediate UR modification and resubmission to minimize loss of days.
• Update Best Notes and UWITS, as needed, to reflect authorized days.
• Generate Reports with due dates, notify staff of changes, and manage staff progress.
• Complete monthly Medicaid check (upload snapshots to Best Notes).
• Complete “doc-to-doc” calls, as needed, for insurance authorization.
• Communicate with OH billing department to resolve issues.
• Complete all responsibilities in a timely, thorough, and professional manner.
• Demonstrate fluency in ASAM and DSM-V through successful authorization and processing of UMs.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate degree in the mental health field

Job description

Odyssey House is looking for a Full-Time Utilization Review Specialist.

• $9k per year tuition eligible
• Access to 24/7 EAP program (Employee Assistance Program) for Mental Health support and more!
• Opportunities for paid continuing education/training
• Monthly incentives and awards
• Casual dress and atmosphere
• Opportunities for bonuses, awards, raises, and promotions
• Incredible health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA, long and short-term disability)
• Immediate eligibility to participate in our 403(b)-retirement plan, Employer 100% match up to 5% after 1 year
• 35 paid days off (additional PTO accrual after 1 year)
• EXTRA time off and gift packages for PT and FT staff that stay more than 90 days!
• Sabbatical Program - where we pay you to take a vacation after 5 years of service!
• On-Demand Pay - Get a portion of your paycheck early for hours already worked! (conditions apply)
• UTA free passes available for your work commute

Summary

Odyssey House's Mission is "Empowering people to heal and build better lives. We are dedicated to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives through effective substance use treatment, medical care, prevention, and mental health services. Odyssey House continues to receive Best of State awards for our clinical work and has received Top Workplace Awards. Join our amazing team of healthcare professionals today!"

Functions Of The Job

• Track UCE/UR/Insurance Due Dates for all funding and ensure timely submission of all requests.
• Review all UR submissions for medical necessity, make corrections to UR, and submit for approval.
• Provide ongoing training to staff regarding writing to medical necessity or other issues that present during reviewing UMs.
• Resolve funding denials through immediate UR modification and resubmission to minimize loss of days.
• Update Best Notes and UWITS, as needed, to reflect authorized days.
• Generate Reports with due dates, notify staff of changes, and manage staff progress.
• Complete monthly Medicaid check (upload snapshots to Best Notes.)
• Complete “doc-to-doc” calls, as needed, for insurance authorization.
• Communicate with OH billing department to resolve issues.
• Complete all responsibilities in a timely, thorough, and professional manner.
• Demonstrate fluency in ASAM and DSM-V through successful authorization and processing of UMs.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

Licensure / Education / Prior Experience Required

• Licensed Mental Health Professional, including - CSW, LCSW, CMHC, ACHMC, LMFT, MFTI.
• Graduate degree in the mental health field.
• Willingness and ability to pass a criminal background check
• First Aid and CPR Certification (available at Odyssey House)
• Must comply with annual TB tests and Flu immunization (and other immunizations as needed)
• Must meet employment eligibility
• Must be able to work variable shifts as needed

All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.

Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job positions, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.

Physical Demands of the Job: Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times. Able to passively restrain residents without likely injury to self due to existing medical condition.

EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.