RN Prior Authorization Nurse

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Daily Responsibilities Prior Auth RN:

• Position
  
  Purpose:
  
  Promote the quality and cost effectiveness of medical care by applying clinical acumen and the appropriate application of policies and guidelines to prior authorization requests.
• Perform telephonic review of prior authorization requests for appropriate care and setting, following guidelines and policies, and approve services or forward requests to the appropriate Physician or Medical Director with recommendations for other determinations
• Complete medical necessity and level of care reviews for requested services using clinical judgment and refer to Medical Directors for review depending on case findings
• Collaborate with various staff within provider networks and case management team electronically or telephonically to coordinate member care
• Educate providers on utilization and medical management processes
• Provide clinical knowledge and act as a clinical resource to non-clinical team staff
• Enter and maintain pertinent clinical information in various medical management systems

Requirements RN Prior Authorizations:

• RN license
• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of clinical experience in acute setting
• One of these 2: experience authorizing services or experience calling in for auths from a provider setting
• Knowledge of utilization management principles and managed care.
• Must be comfortable with computers and with learning software programs

Hours for this Position:

M-F 8-5:30

Advantages of this Opportunity:

• Competitive salary ($64-78K) plus annual bonus
• Fun and positive work environment
• Room for growth
• Medical benefits 1st of the month after hire
• 401k Matching

Interested in being considered?

If you are interested in being considered for the position, please contact Ashley Greene at  ext 169.