Care Review Clinician (RN) Remote (Must Reside In AZ)

Molina Healthcare•Long Beach, AZ

1d•Remote

About The Position

This position will support the Arizona state Plan. We are seeking a candidate with an Arizona RN licensure. The ideal candidate will have experience with UM and prior authorization with both inpatient and outpatient. Candidates with a Behavioral Health background are highly preferred. Further details to be discussed during our interview process. Prefers candidates with 3 years of experience. Remote position, must reside in Arizona. Work hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am- 5:00pm Mountain Time with some weekends and holidays. Job Summary Provides support for clinical member services review assessment processes. Responsible for verifying that services are medically necessary and align with established clinical guidelines, insurance policies, and regulations - ensuring members reach desired outcomes through integrated delivery of care across the continuum. Contributes to overarching strategy to provide quality and cost-effective member care.

Requirements

At least 2 years experience, including experience in hospital acute care, inpatient review, prior authorization, managed care, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Registered Nurse (RN). License must be active and unrestricted in state of practice.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Microsoft Office suite/applicable software program(s) proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional in Healthcare Management (CPHM).
Recent hospital experience in an intensive care unit (ICU) or emergency room.
Behavioral Health background

Responsibilities

Assesses services for members to ensure optimum outcomes, cost-effectiveness and compliance with all state/federal regulations and guidelines.
Analyzes clinical service requests from members or providers against evidence based clinical guidelines.
Identifies appropriate benefits, eligibility and expected length of stay for requested treatments and/or procedures.
Conducts reviews to determine prior authorization/financial responsibility for Molina and its members.
Processes requests within required timelines.
Refers appropriate cases to medical directors (MDs) and presents them in a consistent and efficient manner.
Requests additional information from members or providers as needed.
Makes appropriate referrals to other clinical programs.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to promote the Molina care model.
Adheres to utilization management (UM) policies and procedures.