Utilization Review Coordinator
Via Linda Behavioral Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Utilization Review Coordinator
Weekend Shifts
Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is a behavioral health provider serving Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area. We opened in February 2022 and now offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services. Our modern 120-bed facility offers specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co‑occurring addictions.
Position Description
The Utilization Management Coordinator reports to the Utilization Management Director. UM Coordinators provide an ongoing, systematic process for the assessment of the necessity and efficiency of the use of Via Linda Behavioral Hospital services. Interface with managed care organizations, external reviewers, and other payors for initial reviews, continued stay reviews and discharge planning. Assists in the promotion and maintenance of high‑quality patient care through the review and evaluation of clinical practices. This is an in‑office position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Human Development, Nursing, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Must be a Registered Nurse or licensed as an LMSW, LCSW, LPC, MFT or similar AZ Board of Behavioral Health licensure required.
3+ years’ experience in a behavioral health or medical inpatient facility serving patients, and special knowledge of the UM department.
Must have or be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Weekend Shifts
Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is a behavioral health provider serving Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area. We opened in February 2022 and now offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services. Our modern 120-bed facility offers specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co‑occurring addictions.
Position Description
The Utilization Management Coordinator reports to the Utilization Management Director. UM Coordinators provide an ongoing, systematic process for the assessment of the necessity and efficiency of the use of Via Linda Behavioral Hospital services. Interface with managed care organizations, external reviewers, and other payors for initial reviews, continued stay reviews and discharge planning. Assists in the promotion and maintenance of high‑quality patient care through the review and evaluation of clinical practices. This is an in‑office position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Human Development, Nursing, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Must be a Registered Nurse or licensed as an LMSW, LCSW, LPC, MFT or similar AZ Board of Behavioral Health licensure required.
3+ years’ experience in a behavioral health or medical inpatient facility serving patients, and special knowledge of the UM department.
Must have or be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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