Job: Prior Authorization RN - Future Work from Home Potential

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Jobing Description

We have several Prior Authorization RN openings in Trumbull! The working schedule is primarily Monday - Friday from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm. There could be some periodic weekend work. There is also the potential to work from home in the future!

Prior Authorization RN responsibilities include:

• Perform utilization and concurrent review using Milliman criteria


• Conduct clinical chart assessments


• Discuss cases with treating physicians and other healthcare professionals to better understand plans-of-care


• Identify and evaluate delays in care


• Initiate a discharge planning and readmission prevention plan when applicable


• Approve bed days for inpatient cases when applicable


• Arrange alternative care services; Contact and maintain communication with acute long term care, acute rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facilities to move patients through the care continuum


• Gather clinical information to assess and expedite care needs


• Maintain appropriate documentation


• Consult with the Medical Director as needed to troubleshoot difficult or complex cases


• Participate in telephonic and in-person staff meetings

What makes your clinical career greater with UnitedHealth Group? You can improve the health of others and help heal the health care system. You can work with in an incredible team culture; a clinical and business collaboration that is learning and evolving every day. And, when you contribute, you'll open doors for yourself that simply do not exist in any other organization, anywhere.


UnitedHealthcare, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies, is comprised of three specialized businesses dedicated to meeting the health care benefits needs of individuals and groups; all part of something greater, but each with a specialized focus:

UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual works with individuals, small businesses and large multi-site employers to provide innovative, affordable benefits services.

UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement is focused on serving Americans over the age of 50. It is the largest business dedicated to meeting the growing health and well-being needs of aging individuals in the nation, serving one in five Medicare beneficiaries through a comprehensive and diversified array of products and services through four industry-leading businesses.

UnitedHealthcare Community & State provides high-quality, personalized, public-sector health care programs that help local government agencies improve health outcomes for millions of children and low-income and disabled individuals at an affordable cost.

Together, we're removing the barriers that keep people from receiving the kind of quality health care that makes a difference. We focus on Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation and Performance as we empower people to achieve better health and well-being.

Come grow and thrive in our culture of innovation and ideas. Because there is no opportunity greater than the quest to help people live healthier lives.

Skills / Requirements

Requirements:

RN - current and unrestricted license in CT

3+ years of clinical experience

MS Word, Excel, Outlook expertise

Strong communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Team-oriented

Additional Assets Preferred:

BSN

Prior authorization/UM experience

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.