Aba Utilization Management Clinical Consultant - Remote

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This is a full-time remote teleworker position. Schedule is Monday-Friday with flexibility to work outside of the standard schedule based on business needs. There is also occasional rotating weekend and holidays which includes additional pay.

Applies critical thinking and is knowledgeable in clinically appropriate treatment, evidence based care and clinical practice guidelines for Behavioral Health, specific to Applied Behavioral Analysi.

Utilizes clinical experience and skills in a collaborative process to assess appropriateness of treatment plans across levels of care, applying evidence based standards and practice guidelines to treatment where appropriate.

Coordinate, monitor and evaluate options to facilitate appropriate healthcare services/benefits for members.

Gathers clinical information and applies the appropriate clinical criteria/guideline, policy, procedure and clinical judgment to render coverage.

Coordinates with providers and other parties to facilitate optimal care/treatment.

Identifies members at risk for poor outcomes and facilitates referral opportunities to integrate with other products, services and/or programs.

Identifies opportunities to promote quality effectiveness of healthcare services and benefit utilization.

Consults and lends expertise to other internal and external constituents in the coordination and administration of the utilization/benefit management function.
Position requires proficiency with computer skills which includes navigating multiple systems and keyboarding required

Required Qualifications :

• Must have active current and unrestricted Licensed independent Behavioral Health clinician (LPC or LCSW) or a Registered Nurse (RN) with unrestricted state license in state of residence or compact licensure with psychiatric specialty, certification, or experience or BCBA
• 3+ years clinical practice experience, e.g., hospital setting, direct clinical practice experience required
• Autism treatment/Applied Behavioral Analysis experience required
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and effectively adapt to a fast paced changing environment
• Position requires proficiency with computer skills which includes navigating multiple systems and keyboarding
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm with flexibility to work outside of the standard schedule based on business needs, including occasional holiday (2 per year) and weekends clinical practice experience, e.g., hospital setting, alternative care setting such as home health or ambulatory care required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Managed care/utilization review experience preferred
• Independent BCBA/LBA preferred
• Case management experience preferred
• Residency in Louisiana preferred not require

Education:

Masters degree required (LPC or LCSW)

Associates degree required (RN) or BSN preferred

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.
For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit jobs.CVSHealth.com/benefits

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You are required to have received at least one COVID-19 shot prior to your first day of employment and to provide proof of your vaccination status or apply for a reasonable accommodation within the first 10 days of your employment. Please note that in some states and roles, you may be required to provide proof of full vaccination or an approved reasonable accommodation before you can begin to actively work.

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