Hospital Utilization Management Coordinator; UMC

Overview

Quail Run Behavioral Health Hospital Phoenix is seeking a dynamic and talented Utilization Management Coordinator to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals.

The UM Coordinator contacts external case managers/managed care organizations for certification and recertification of insurance benefits throughout the patient’s stay, and assists the treatment team in understanding the insurance company’s requirements for continued stay and discharge planning. The UM Coordinator is responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team. The UM Coordinator advocates for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and through individual physician contact.

• Review the treatment plan and advocate for additional services as indicated.
• Ensure that patient rights are upheld.
• Maintain ongoing contact with the physician, program manager, nurse manager, and various members of the team.
• Collaborate with the treatment team regarding continued stay and discharge planning issues.
• Communicate insurance requirements to all levels of staff.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in a healthcare or managed care setting.
• Experience in a Hospital setting.
• Computer savvy.
• Attention to detail.
• Current AZ DPS Level One Fingerprint Card within 30 days of employment.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.
• Tuition savings to continue your education with Chamberlain University.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

2545 W Quail Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027

This is a Full Time Role - Monday to Friday - NO WEEKENDS / DAY SHIFT

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.