Utilization Management Director leads and directs the utilization review staff and function for a healthcare facility. Determines policies and procedures that incorporate best practices and ensure effective utilization reviews. Being a Utilization Management Director manages and monitors both concurrent reviews to ensure that the patient is getting the right care in a timely and cost-effective way and retrospective reviews after treatment has been completed. Provides analysis and reports of significant utilization trends, patterns, and impacts to resources. Additionally, Utilization Management Director consults with physicians and other professionals to develop improved utilization of effective and appropriate services. Requires a master's degree. Typically reports to top management. Typically requires Registered Nurse(RN). The Utilization Management Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Utilization Management Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
A leading acute care hospital located in eastern Massachusetts is now searching for an experienced Nurse Director Utilization Review to join their award-winning healthcare team
This not-for-profit acute care hospital is a respected healthcare facility with a long-standing history of providing a range of quality medical services to the local community. Committed to delivering quality care, this organization offers various healthcare services, including emergency care, surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, maternity care, and specialized treatments. The hospital focuses on patient well-being and remains a trusted provider in the region.
Reporting to the Senior VP Clinical Operations, the Nurse Director Utilization Review will provide leadership to the hospital case management, integrated clinical services, discharge planning, and care transitions. Responsibilities include focusing on patient throughput and placement status, chairs the Utilization Review committee, ensures timely and effective communication with stakeholders, takes an active leadership role in daily rounds, offers in-depth knowledge of Medical and Medicaid, ensures regulatory compliance, and has oversight of department budgets. The Nurse Director is supported by one Lead Case Manager and a staff of 30 Staff Case Managers.
What Makes You Awesome:
Located in eastern Massachusetts, this region is known to attract many families and professionals due to its enjoyable climate, diverse communities, and highly rated school systems.
This organization is prepared to offer a competitive compensation package including industry leading benefits and continued growth opportunities.