RN Utilization Review Full-time
Astrana Health

UM Review Nurse

apartment Astrana Health location_onMonterey Park, CA 91754, US
$30 - $34 / HOUR
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UM Review Nurse

Department: HS - UM

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 1600 Corporate Center Dr., Monterey Park, CA 91754

Reporting To: Sandra Castellon

Compensation: $30.00 - $34.00 / hour



Description

Astrana Health is looking for a CA-licensed Utilization Review Nurse to assist our Health Services Department. In this position, you will utilize your clinical judgement to approve or deny outpatient medical services for patients based on Medical Necessity Criteria, respective to various Health Plans.

This position requires open availability between Monday through Sunday, 8 A - 8 P. You would be scheduled for 5 shifts per week. This is a hybrid position where you will work at-home and in our Monterey Park office on a weekly basis.

We are open to nurses without prior UM experience! 
   
Our Values: 
  • Put Patients First
  • Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
  • Operate with Integrity & Excellence
  • Be Innovative
  • Work As One Team


What You'll Do

  • Complete prior authorization/retrospective review of elective inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures, post-homecare services, and durable medical equipment
  • Refer cases to Medical Directors as needed/appropriate
  • Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and accreditation standards
  • Comply with internal policies and procedures
  • Perform any other job duties as requested


Qualifications

  • Active and unrestricted LVN CA license.
  • Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
You’ll be Great for this Role If:     
  • Two (2) years of health plan, IPA or MSO experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with co-workers, senior leadership, and other management
  • Experience educating and training staff


Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

  • This is a hybrid position, where you will work at home and in-office on a weekly basis. 
  • Typical business hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, however, this position requires open availability between 8 AM - 8 PM PST, M-Su. Your schedule will be compromised of 5 shifts per week. Nurses rotate weekend and holiday coverage. Overtime is required in this position.   
  • The national target pay range for this role is $30.00 - $34.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.
Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com to request an accommodation.
 
Additional Information:
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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