Utilization Review Specialist I
About the role
Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health is recruiting a Utilization Review Specialist. This position would, under general direction, review clinical documentation to screen for appropriateness of admission, continued stay criteria and special studies regarding delivery of care, treatment and services. Coordinate the authorization and re-certification of services by external entities reimbursing the facility for care provided.
Responsibilities
- Review clinical documentation to screen for appropriateness of admission, continued stay criteria and special studies regarding delivery of care, treatment and services.
- Cook up the authorization and re-certification of services by external entities reimbursing the facility for care provided.
Requirements
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree or four years of technical clerical, administrative, secretarial, or general office work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in social work, psychology, or a psychiatric setting.
Qualifications
Applicants must be able to pass an OSBI background check. Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license.
Skills
N/A
Benefits
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs 11 paid holidays 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match Longevity Bonus for years of service Student Loan repayment options Training opportunities for CEU requirements
Pay
Hourly rate: $17.44
Schedule
Primary Working Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm
Employment Type
Full time
Supervisory Responsibility
Non-supervisory
Agency Contact
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