UM Review Nurse

Astrana Health is looking for a CA-licensed Utilization Review Nurse to assist our Health Services Department. In this position, you will utilize your clinical judgement to approve or deny outpatient medical services for patients based on Medical Necessity Criteria, respective to various Health Plans.This is a remote position for CA-licensed nurses. Candidates must live in California.We are seeking nurses with at least one year of outpatient Utilization Management experience in a fast-paced setting. Our Values: Put Patients FirstEmpower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care TeamsOperate with Integrity & ExcellenceBe InnovativeWork As One TeamWhat You'll DoComplete prior authorization/retrospective review of elective inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures, post-homecare services, and durable medical equipmentRefer cases to Medical Directors as needed/appropriateMaintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and accreditation standardsComply with internal policies and proceduresPerform any other job duties as requestedQualificationsActive and unrestricted LVN or RN license in California, Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and OutlookYou’ll be Great for this Role If: Two (2) years of health plan, IPA or MSO experienceStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to collaborate with co-workers, senior leadership, and other managementExperience educating and training staffEnvironmental Job Requirements and Working ConditionsThis is a remote position. Our office is located at 1600 Corporate Center Drive in Monterey Park, CA. Candidates who live within a 30 mile radius of the office may be expected to work hybrid.Typical business hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, however, this position requires open availability between 8 AM - 8 PM PST, M-Su. Your schedule will be compromised of 5 shifts per week. Nurses rotate weekend and holiday coverage. Overtime is required in this position. The national target pay range for this role is $34.00 - $47.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on job level, geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com to request an accommodation.Additional Information:The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.