Utilization Management Rep III

About the role

This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.

Schedule

Friday through Monday – 10 hour shifts covering between 6:30am to 11pm Eastern time. Please adjust for your time zone.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating cases for precertification and prior authorization review.
• Responsible for providing technical guidance to UM Reps who handle correspondence and assist callers with issues concerning contract and benefit eligibility for requested continuing pre-certification and prior authorization of inpatient and outpatient services outside of initial authorized set.
• Assisting management by identifying areas of improvement and expressing a willingness to take on new projects as assigned.
• Handling escalated and unresolved calls from less experienced team members.
• Ensuring UM Reps are directed to the appropriate resources to resolve issues.
• Ability to understand and explain specific workflow, processes, departmental priorities and guidelines.
• May assist in new hire training to act as eventual proxy for Ops Expert.
• Exemplifies behaviors embodied in the 5 Core Values.
• Associates in this role are expected to have the ability to multi-task, including handling calls, texts, facsimiles, and electronic queues, while simultaneously taking notes and speaking to customers.
• Additional expectations to include but not limited to: Proficient in maintaining focus during extended periods of sitting and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; strong verbal and written communication skills, both with virtual and in-person interactions; attentive to details, critical thinker, and a problem-solver; demonstrates empathy and persistence to resolve caller issues completely; comfort and proficiency with digital tools and platforms to enhance productivity and minimize manual efforts.
• Associates in this role will have a structured work schedule with occasional overtime or flexibility based on business needs, including the ability to work from the office as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Requires a HS diploma or GED and a minimum of 3 years of experience in customer service experience in healthcare related setting; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
• Medical terminology training required.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences

• Experience in a call center / call queue environment strongly preferred.
• For URAC accredited areas, the following professional competencies apply: Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Merit increases
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement)
• Medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k) + match
• Stock purchase plan
• Life insurance
• Wellness programs and financial education resources