Utilization Review Coordinator jobs in New Orleans, LA

Responsibilities:River Oaks Hospital, located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient).
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented UTILIZATION REVIEW COORDINATOR who Evaluates patient medical records to determine severity of patient’s illness and the appropriateness of level of care. Serves as liaison for patients and facility with insurance companies. Negotiates and advocates for patient length of stay and level of care. Coordinates utilization review activities with other departments to ensure reimbursement for services provided by the facility. Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of River Oaks Hospital. Performs duties in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.
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Qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Experience: 3-5 years clinical experience with a psychiatric mental health population desired.
• Education: Bachelors prepared healthcare professional (Nursing, Counseling, Psychology or Social Work). Masters preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Therapist or Social Worker (LPC/LMSW/LCSW) preferred.
• Working Knowledge: Possesses knowledge of psychiatric care, utilization review, insurance reimbursement procedures, DSM-V, etc. Current knowledge of regulating /accrediting agency guidelines. Basic knowledge of statistical analysis desired.
• Treat Everyone As a Guest
• Demonstrate Professionalism and Excellence in all things I do.
• Practice Teamwork

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Peurto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
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Location: 1525 RIVER OAKS ROAD WEST, Harahan, LA 70123

Location: 1525 RIVER OAKS ROAD WEST, Harahan, LA 70123

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person