What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS AND UTILIZATION REVIEW position at Sana Lake Recovery Center LLC?
Full-time
Doing Well, By Doing Good
At Sana Lake Recovery, we treat substance use and mental health disorders as a chronic disease that is unique to each of our members. Our programs have been designed to be member-centered, catering to personalized needs throughout the entire healing process. We offer a full continuum of care from medical detox to recovery supportive housing with treatment options in the St. Louis area.
Our unique approach stems from our dedicated commitment to exceptional care, evidence-based practices, and compassionate staff. The intimate settings provided by Sana Lake cultivate an environment that facilitates meaningful recovery and promotes an overall sense of well-being.
Your Role at Sana Lake
Sana Lake is expanding rapidly and is seeking a Director of Utilization Review and Admissions who is passionate about helping individuals and families recover!
The Director of Admissions and Utilization Review (UR) has well-developed knowledge and skills in the areas of utilization review, medical necessity, and member status determination. This individual supports the UR program by developing and/or maintaining effective and efficient processes for determining the appropriate admissions status based on the regulatory and reimbursement requirements of various commercial payers. The Director of Admissions and Utilization Review is responsible for performing a variety of concurrent and retrospective UR-related reviews and functions and for ensuring that appropriate data is tracked, evaluated, and reported.
Education & Experience
- Master’s Degree preferred
- State licensure (Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health counselor, or other healthcare license) required.
- A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience working in a behavioral healthcare setting, with a minimum of 3 years of utilization review experience.
Sana Lake People First Philosophy
Our staff are our number one differentiator! We know that well-qualified staff who are well-supported provide better care to our members. We strive to empower and encourage our staff as they grow and develop in their careers.
For this reason, Sana Lake offers a wide variety of tangible and intangible benefits to our eligible staff:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plan options
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match!
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• License/Certification Reimbursement
• Professional development funds
• Professional licensure supervision options
• Staff recognition program
• Sana Spirit Days
A few reminders from our Workplace Environment Team:
All candidates who have received a written offer of employment will be required to meet the following conditions of employment:
• Receipt of appropriate background checks, including criminal history and abuse/neglect
• Verification of education and licensure, when applicable
• Satisfactory employment and/or reference checks
Sana Lake Recovery, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000