Job description
Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Utilization Review Nurse to join our Utilization Review team.
About the role:
You will perform frequent case reviews, check medical records and speak with care providers regarding treatment as needed. You will make recommendations regarding the appropriateness of care for identified diagnoses based on the research results for those conditions.
You will report into the Supervisor, Utilization Review.
Work Location: This is a remote position, open to candidates who reside in: Arizona; Florida; Georgia; Illinois; Iowa; Kansas; Michigan; Missouri; Nebraska; New Jersey; North Carolina; Ohio; Pennsylvania; South Carolina; Tennessee; Texas; or Virginia. While your daily work will be completed from your home office, occasional travel may be required for team meetings and company events.
Pay Transparency: The base pay for this role is: $35.00 - $45.94 per hour. You are also eligible for employee benefits and monthly vacation accrual at a rate of 15 days per year.
Responsibilities:
Complete medical necessity reviews and level of care reviews for requested services using clinical judgment and Oscar Clinical Guidelines, Milliman Care Guidelines
Obtain the information necessary (via telephone and fax) to assess a member's clinical condition, and apply the appropriate evidence-based guidelines
Meet required decision-making SLAs
Refer members for further care engagement when needed
Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Active, unrestricted RN licensure from the United States in [state], OR, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Associate Degree - Nursing or Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing Or Successful completion of Nursing Diploma Program in Accredited School of Nursing
Ability to obtain additional state licenses to meet business needs
1+ year of utilization review experience in a managed care setting
Strong experience utilizating MCG (Milliman Care Gudielines) or InterQual
1+ years of clinical experience (including at least 1+ year clinical practice in an acute care setting, i.e., ER or hospital)
Weekend availability is required; all applicants must be able to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) each week.
Bonus points:
BSN
Previous experience conducting concurrent or inpatient reviews for a managed care plan
This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity.
At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care -- an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.
Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.