Utilization Review Specialist (UR), Behavioral Health

Utilization Review Specialist (UR) Behavioral Health

Full-time

Your experience matters

Beckett Springs is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Utilization Review Specialistjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

AUtilization Review Specialistwho excels in this role:

• Displays knowledge of clinical criteria managed care requirements for inpatient and outpatient authorization and advocates on behalf of the patient to secure coverage for needed services

• Completes pre and re-certifications for inpatient and outpatient services. Reports appropriate denial and authorization information to designated resource.

• Actively communicates with interdisciplinary team to acquire pertinent information and give updates on authorizations.

• Participate in treatment teams to ensure staff have knowledge of coverage and to collect information for communication with agencies.

• Works with DON to ensure documentation requirements are met.

• Ensure appeals are completed thoroughly and on a timely basis.
  

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.

• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Applicants should have a Bachelors Degree. Additional requirements include:

• Masters degree preferred

• Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred

• Current unencumbered clinical license strongly preferred

• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) preferred

• May be required to work flexible hours and overtime

More about Beckett Springs

Beckett Springs is a 48-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Chester community for over 10 years. We are proud to be Accredited by The Joint Commission and be recognized for the Psych Armor Certification.

EEOC Statement

Beckett Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Beckett Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.