Who We Are

Because health is personal. That's why Personify Health created the first and only personalized health platform—bringing health plan administration, holistic wellbeing solutions, and comprehensive care navigation together in one place. We serve employers, health plans, and health systems with data-driven solutions that reduce costs while actually improving health outcomes. Together, our team is on a mission to empower people to lead healthier lives.

Learn even more about the work that drives us at personifyhealth.com.

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Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a registered nurse the Utilization Review Nurse will provide professional assessment and review for the medical necessity of treatment requests and plans. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Time, with rotating weekend coverage as required.

What You'll Actually Do

Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties:

· Provide first level review for all outpatient and ancillary pre-certification requests for medical appropriateness; all inpatient hospital stays including mental health, substance abuse, skilled nursing and rehabilitation for medical necessity; and all post claim or post service reviews.

· Ensure proper referral to medical director for denial authorizations through independent review organizations (IRO).

· Work with hospital staff to prepare patients for discharge and ensure a smooth transition to the next level of care.

· Refer requests that fall outside of established guidelines to advance review or senior care consultants.

· Process appeals for non-certification of services; complete non-certification letters when appropriate.

· Review plan document for benefit determinations; attempt to redirect providers and patients to PPO providers.

· Identify and refer potential cases to case management, wellness, chronic disease and Nurturing Together program.

· Complete documentation for all reviews in Eldorado/Episodes; maintain confidentiality.

· Utilize MCG guidelines, medical policies, Medscape, and NCCN.

· Ability to meet productivity, quality, and turnaround times daily.

· Assists with department operations and implementations

What You Bring to Our Team

Education and Experience:

· Current LVN license in the United States or U.S. territory.

· 1+ years of clinical experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Knowledge of medical claims and ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding.

· Proficiency in software applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Outlook

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to speak clearly and convey complex or technical information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret complex information from others.

Work Environment

At Personify Health we value and celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe in creating teams made up of individuals with various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Why? Because diversity inspires innovation, collaboration, and challenges us to produce better solutions. But more than this, diversity is our strength, and a catalyst in our ability to change lives for the good.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

· The person in this job needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access office machinery, filing cabinets and meeting facilities.

· Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machine, computer printer, calculator, etc.

· Frequently positions self to maintain files in file cabinets.

· Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

· Must communicate information and ideas so others understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

· Must be able to observe details at close range.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities, but constitutes a general description of the scope and function of the role within the company. Activities, duties, and responsibilities are subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

The Highlights:

• Competitive base salary and benefits effective day one
• Comprehensive medical and dental through our own health solutions (yes, we use what we build)
• Paid Time Off—rest and recharge time is non-negotiable
• Mental health support, retirement planning, and financial protection
• Professional development with clear career progression and learning budgets
• Mission-driven culture where diverse perspectives drive real impact on people's health

Want the full picture? Visit personifyhealthbenefits.com to explore our complete benefits package, wellness programs, and other employee perks.

Compensation: This position offers a base salary range of $25-$29 per hour, depending on location, skills, and experience. You're eligible for our full benefits package starting day one.

Our Commitment: Personify Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We cultivate a work environment where differences are celebrated, and employees of all backgrounds are empowered to thrive—because diversity is core to who we are and critical to our work in health and wellbeing.

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