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Under the general direction of the Delegation Oversight Manager, this position is responsible for coordinating all components of Health Plan Delegation Oversight audits and performing internal quality reviews for Case Management and Utilization Management.

If you are located in PST, MST, or CST, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. The work hours are 8am-5pm PST.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Prepares and submits of pre-audit documentation as outlined on Health Plan audit tools
• Communicates with Health Plan auditors related to audit documents and processes
• Communicates and collaborates across the organization to gather necessary documentation to meet audit requirements
• Facilitate onsite/virtual/desktop compliance audit reviews to ascertain regulatory requirements adherence
• Participates in performance improvement activities
• Conduct comprehensive internal audit of the end-to-end utilization management process
• Conduct focused internal audits of a specific element or process change based on identified trends or new process implementation
    

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse program or completion of vocational nursing program through the CA Board of Nursing
• Current LVN/LPN license
• 2+ years of clinical experience working as an LVN/LPN 
• 1+ years of utilization management experience especially Prior Authorization
   
  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of experience working as an LVN/LPN 
• 2+ years of care management, utilization review or discharge planning experience
• Experience in an HMO or experience in a Managed Care setting 
• Base knowledge of requirements for Medicare, Medi-Cal and Commercial lines of business
    

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. 

Nevada, Washington, California, Colorado Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.  

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.    

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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