Psychologist Reviewer
Centene Corporation · Michigan, United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteHealthcare$88k–$158k/yrFull-time
Job Description
Make an Impact from Anywhere. Join a mission-driven organization where your clinical expertise helps ensure members receive the appropriate behavioral health services they need to thrive.
Position Purpose
- Authorize, direct and monitor care for behavioral health and/or substance abuse problems according to clinical information given by providers and internal criteria for medical necessity and appropriateness of care
- Conduct peer reviews with psychologists, behavioral health therapists and/or Board Certified Behavior Analysts for outpatient services and/or psychological testing requests
- Interact with network practitioners to provide education on best practice models and utilization management processes
- Interact with the Medical Director, or designee, to discuss clinical authorization questions and concerns regarding specific cases
- Respond to state, provider, and member complaints related to psychological testing or other services requiring review by a PhD/PsyD
- Facilitate outpatient rounds offering clinical input and oversight related to outpatient services
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Education/Experience
- PhD Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Behavior Analysis, or related field required
- 2+ years Behavioral Health required
- Working knowledge of psychological tests and testing procedures, diagnostic evaluations and evidence-based practices. Required for Psychologist Reviewers
- For ABA Reviewers only, working knowledge of psychological tests and testing procedures, diagnostic evaluations and evidence-based practices designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Required
Licenses/Certifications
- PSY - Psychologist Unrestricted License (PhD or PsyD) Upon Hire required
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) BCDA Upon Hire Preferred
Pay Range
$87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- 401K and stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off plus holidays
- A flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.
Qualifications
- Active psychologist license in North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Michigan, Oregon or California
Skills
- Passion for delivering high-quality, evidence-based behavioral health services
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.