Psychologist Reviewer

Centene Corporation

8d•Remote

About The Position

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization offering competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Remote Role: Arizona License Required Working knowledge of psychological tests and testing procedures, diagnostic evaluations and evidence-based practices required. Prefer candidates located in the following time zones: AZ, CST, MST or PST 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 Performs other duties as assigned 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 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) BCBA-D Upon Hire preferred Pay Range: $87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year Centene offers a 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. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility. Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act Thanks for your interest in Centene and its subsidiary companies. We’re so glad that you’ve decided to fill out an application and take the next step to find your purpose. Also, we’re here to help support you on your candidate journey. Should you need an accommodation, please email [email protected]. Centene is committed to helping people live healthier lives. We provide access to high-quality healthcare, innovative programs and a wide range of health solutions that help families and individuals get well, stay well and be well.

Requirements

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 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
PSY - Psychologist Unrestricted License (PhD or PsyD) Upon Hire required

Nice To Haves

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) BCBA-D Upon Hire preferred
Prefer candidates located in the following time zones: AZ, CST, MST or PST

Responsibilities

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
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards