Care Review Clinician (RN)

Molina Healthcare•Long Beach, KY

1d•Remote

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION For this position we are seeking a RN with a current active license for state of KY and or compact licensure The Care Review Clinician Inpatient Review BH will provide prior authorization for outpatient and inpatient services for the KY Medicaid behavioral health population. Strong post-acute level of care experience (Nursing Facilities, Acute Inpatient, Rehabilitation, Long Term Acute care hospital, Behavioral Health Facility. Excellent computer multi-tasking skills and good productivity is essential for this fast-paced role. Good analytical thought process is important to be successful in this role. Prefer candidates that have experience doing prior authorizations for outpatient services preferrable within Behavioral Health Population. WORK SCHEDULE: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST - Training Schedule (30 to 60 days) Permanent schedule will require you to work 4 to 5 days a week - with one weekend day required (Saturday, Sunday (either one or both)) This is a Remote position, home office with internet connectivity of high speed required. 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.
Prefer candidates that have experience doing prior authorizations for outpatient services preferrable within Behavioral Health Population.

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.