LVN – Utilization Management – SRS Telecommuter – Variable – PRN, CA

JR200489 Hours: Shift Start Time: 8:30 AM Shift End Time: 5 PM AWS Hours Requirement: 8/40 - 8 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Per Diem Position - Hours subject to change based on business needs. Weekend Requirements: No Weekends On-Call Required: No Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $36.400 - $46.970 - $57.540 The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. • This role is based in San Diego, CA and requires you to be a San Diego County resident. • While this is a telecommuter role, it may require in-person training. Please Note: As part of our recruitment process, you may receive communication from Dawn, our virtual recruiting assistant. Dawn is designed to support scheduling for screening calls and interviews, helping to ensure a smooth and timely experience. Please be assured that all candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and hiring teams. What You Will Do To provide comprehensive utilization management and coordination of care for SRS Members. Ensure timely and appropriate processing of managed care referrals to meet specific healthcare criteria in a cost-effective manner utilizing available resources. Required Qualifications • California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - CA Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians -REQUIRED Preferred Qualifications • 3 Years experience as an LVN in a hospital or clinical setting. • 2 Years utilization/Case Management experience, preferably in a Managed Care setting. • Experience as a case manager or discharge planner interacting with managed care payers. Other Qualification Requirements • California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-License must be unrestricted. Essential Functions • Referral Coordination Ensures consistent application of the utilization review process for effective utilization of resources. Identify when services that are not medically necessary and/or not covered benefit and refer to Utilization Review Committee. Ensures that all denials for medical necessity are issued under the direction of the Medical Director or designee. • Data and documentation collection Gather relevant, comprehensive information and data according to specifications. Complete comprehensive medical record review to gather information. Communicate effectively with providers and healthcare personnel to obtain data required for decision making. • Act as a Resource Demonstrates knowledge of Health Plan contracts and Health Plan benefits. Coordinates services and supplies through SRS (or health plan) contracted vendors. Collaborates with referring physicians, providers or vendors. Assists coworkers and clinics as necessary. Advocates both for client and payer. Identify cost-effective, appropriate alternatives. Contribute as a managed care resource and educate other healthcare members of referral process. • Quality of Work Ensure high volume of referrals are processed accurately in a timely manner. Practice in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws. Maintain knowledge and understanding of applicable accreditation and regulatory statutes. Accurately identifies the criteria to utilize based on Health Plan Hierarchy. Promote most effective and efficient use of healthcare services and financial resources. • Identification of Opportunities/Problem Resolution Identify opportunities for intervention which may include identification of patterns/trends: use of inappropriate services, utilization of services/providers. Communicates opportunities to Leadership. Communicate and collaborate effectively with healthcare team. Engages problem-solving skills in order to reconcile differing points of view. Actively promotes/coordinates and facilitates communication among the healthcare team members, the payer and other relevant parties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Basic ICD and CPT coding knowledge. • Working knowledge of computer programs (Word and Excel). Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class