Utilization Review Nurse - Texas (Remote)

• **REMOTE - Candidates must be based in Texas: Travis/Williamson/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, concurrent 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, current, 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.
• Utilization Management experience.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred):
• MCG or InterQual experience

LOCATION: REMOTE in Texas (Austin area - Travis/Williamson Counties and Richardson area - Dallas/Collin Counties).

POSITION: 6-month assignment (Contract to Hire)

SALARY: $38 - $40 hourly

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

HOURS PER DAY: 8

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