Behavioral Health Utilization Management Clinician - Remote VA and NC
Sentara HealthAbout the role
City/State
Norfolk, VAWork Shift
First (Days)Overview:
Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Utilization Management Care Coordinator.
Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift, Weekends
Position Location: Remote ONLY in the state of Virginia or North Carolina
Standard Working Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 8-hour shifts, can start between the hours of 6:00AM - 9:00AM
Overview
Behavioral Health Utilization Management Clinician is responsible for review of clinical information received from providers ensuring clinical data is substantial enough to meet Medical Necessity Criteria to authorize services as needed. Requires knowledge of medical necessity criteria for behavioral health and substance use services, DMAS protocols, clinical protocols and clinical review requirements. Requires knowledge of contractual, regulatory and compliance requirements for government payers, self-funded and commercial payers. Ensures appropriate and accurate information is entered into claims system for processing of payment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Masters of Counseling, OR Masters of Social Work Required
Certification/Licensure
LCSW or LPC or RN current license for the state of Virginia Required
Experience
2 years of clinical experience Required
2 years experience working in behavioral health and 1-year experience with behavioral health care coordination, discharge planning, continuity of care, or transitions of care
Required
Must have substance abuse AND utilization management experience
Sentara Health Plans provides health plan coverage to close to one million members in Virginia. We offer a full suite of commercial products including employee-owned and employer-sponsored plans, as well as Individual & Family Health Plans, Employee Assistance Programs and plans serving Medicare and Medicaid enrollees.
Our quality provider network features a robust provider network, including specialists, primary care physicians and hospitals.
We offer programs to support members with chronic illnesses, customized wellness programs, and integrated clinical and behavioral health services—all to help our members improve their health.
Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.
Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!
To apply, please go to www.sentaracareers.com and use the following as your Keyword Search: JR-86484
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Managed Care, MCO, Health Plan, Healthcare, Masters, Social Work, Counseling Field, BSN, Nursing, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Registered Nurse License (RN), Clinical, behavioral health, care coordination, discharge planning, continuity of care, transitions of care, Remote, Virginia, Weekends, Days, North Carolina
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the div
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