Utilization Review Nurse(Austin/Richardson TX) (Remote)
• REMOTE - Candidates must be based in Texas: Austin area - Travis/Williamson Counties or Richardson area - Dallas/Collin Counties* JOB DESCRIPTION: RN working in the insurance or managed care industry using medically accepted criteria to validate the medical necessity and appropriateness of the treatment plan. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- This position is responsible for performing initial, reputed company review activities; discharge care coordination for determining efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of medical/surgical services, and serving as liaison between providers and medical and network management divisions.
- Collects clinical and non-clinical data.
- Verifies eligibility.
- Determines benefit levels in accordance to contract guidelines.
- Provides information regarding utilization management requirements and operational procedures to members, providers, and facilities.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Required):
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid, reputed company, unrestricted license in the state of operations.
- 3 years of clinical experience in a Physician's office, Hospital/Surgical setting, or Health Care Insurance Company.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred):
- MCG or InterQual experience
- Utilization management experience
LOCATION: REMOTE in Texas (Austin area – Travis/Williamson Counties or Richardson area – Dallas/Collin Counties). POSITION: 6-month assignment SALARY: $38 - $40 hourly HOURS PER WEEK: 40 HOURS PER DAY: 8 Apply To This Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job