Utilization Management Coordinator

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A UTILIZATION MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR (UM)!

Status: Full-time

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Are you an empathetic, dedicated professional seeking to positively impact individuals' mental well-being? Your opportunity awaits at Ridgeview Institute Monroe !

As a Utilization Management Coordinator (UM), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups, from adolescents to geriatrics.

If you are passionate about mental health care and ready to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, join us at Ridgeview Institute Monroe. Here, you will be a crucial member of our dynamic and compassionate healthcare team, where your dedication as a Utilization Management Coordinator (UM) will positively impact the overall treatment experience for our diverse patient population.

• Review the treatment plan and advocate for additional services as indicated.
• Promote effective use of resources for patients.
• Ensure that patient rights are upheld.
• Maintain ongoing contact with the attending physician, program manager, nurse manager, and various members of the team.
• Collaborate with the treatment team regarding continued stay and discharge planning issues.
• Advocate that the patient is placed in the appropriate level of care and program.
• Interface with program staff to facilitate a smooth transition at the time of transfer or discharge.
• Maintain documentation related to case management activities.
• Ensure insurance reviews are tracked and completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain statistical reports and prepare documentation of significant findings.

Your Experience Matters What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or a related degree preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management.

Your Care Matters What We Provide For Our Team

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid short and long term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Monroe. Compensation This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range is $25.00 - $28.00 hourly. We’re eager to speak with all qualified candidates, and we'll consider you based on experience and skill level. Join us as our Utilization Management Coordinator (UM)!