Utilization Management Coordinator (UM)

Job Details: Job Location: Meadowview Behavioral Hospital

• Peoria, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $62500.00 - $72500.00Salary, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, JOIN OUR TEAM AS A UTILIZATION MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR (UM)! Status: Full-Time AVAILABLE SCHEDULES: WEEKDAYS Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? As a Utilization Management Coordinator (UM Coordinator), you'll be a vital advocate for our patients, ensuring they receive the best care possible by liaising with external case managers and managed care organizations to certify and recertify insurance benefits. You'll help our treatment team understand insurance requirements for continued stay and discharge planning, and maintain a thorough understanding of patient treatments through ongoing communication with the team. You will advocate for patient access to services during treatment team meetings and individual physician contact, and lead treatment team meetings and continued stay reviews as indicated.

Your role

is key in guiding patients through their treatment journey and discharge planning, making a real difference every day! Review treatment plans and advocate for additional services. Promote effective use of resources for patients. Maintain contact with physicians and team members. Collaborate on continued stay and discharge planning.

Ensure patients are placed in appropriate care levels. Document case management activities and track insurance reviews. Provide patient status updates and insurance requirements to staff. Manage the insurance appeals process and coordinate discharge plans. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or a related degree preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations Disclaimer: Select benefits are available only to full-time positions.

Benefits

are subject to change at the discretion of Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation

We are seeking a full-time, salaried Utilization Management Coordinator.

Compensation

ranges from $64,500 to $72,500 per year, depending on employment status, experience, qualifications, and skill level. Get to Know Us!: Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about MBH, visit us at: https://meadowviewbehavioralhospital.com/ TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________________________________________________________ At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.