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Role Overview
The Utilization Management Review Supervisor manages a remote team of up to 15 Utilization Management Reviewers who process prior authorization requests and concurrent reviews for Medicaid members in the Delaware market. In this role, you will provide clinical, technical, and operational guidance to staff, oversee workflow and inventory, and ensure the team meets its goals through performance monitoring, auditing, coaching, and training.
Work Arrangement
Remote role
Monday through Friday, 8:00a EST to 5:00p EST
Must be able to work weekends and evenings based on business needs
Must be able to work 4 to 5 recognized company holidays to include Thanksgiving and Christmas (rotating)
Responsibilities
Team supervision: Provide daily oversight, support, and direction to a remote team of Utilization Management Reviewers
Clinical and technical support: Offer guidance on clinical and technical aspects of the review process
Operational oversight: Manage daily operations, including monitoring work assignments and adjusting based on staffing and request volume
Performance management: Ensure the team meets operational goals through auditing, coaching, and training
Inventory and workflow management: Oversee the inventory of prior authorization requests and manage workflow to ensure timely processing
Goal achievement: Monitor team productivity and other performance indicators to help the team achieve its operational goals
Education and Experience
Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor Degree in Nursing preferred
Minimum of 5 years of diverse independent clinical practice experience in an acute care setting
Minimum of 3 years of experience performing prior authorization and concurrent reviews for a managed care organization
Experience leading a team of remote Utilization Management Reviewers
Licensure
Current and unencumbered Registered Nurse licensure in Delaware or Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) required
Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to review cases and identify trends
A high level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in reviews
Excellent communication is required for interacting with staff, healthcare providers, and potentially members
Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications to include Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and healthcare documentation software
Proficiency with InterQual and proven track record of applying the criteria to complex Medicaid cases
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
Flexible work solutions including remote…