Manager, Behavioral Health Utilization Management
Job Description:
- conducts oversight and management of clinical team processes
- communicates strategic plan and specific tactics to meet plan
- ensures implementation of tactics to meet strategic direction for cost and quality outcomes
- creates direction and communicates a business case for change
- identifies opportunities to implement best practice approaches and introduce innovations
- accountable for meeting the financial, operational and quality objectives of the department
- manages team(s) for adherence with established practices, policies and procedures
- collaborates with other functional area managers
Requirements:
- Active, unrestricted clinical licensure (RN or Behavioral Health as outlined below)
- 5+ years of clinical practice in behavioral healthcare
- 2+ years of utilization management experience (managed care setting preferred)
- 2+ years of healthcare leadership experience (managed care setting preferred)
- 2+ years of proficiency with personal computers, keyboard navigation, and MS Office Suite
- 1+ year of experience with electronic medical records
- Ability to travel up to 10% for in-state meetings
- Ability to work core business hours (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM CT) with occasional weekend flexibility
- High-speed internet access
Benefits:
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- paid time off
- retirement savings options
- wellness programs
- comprehensive benefits package