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Utilization Management Coordinator

Universal Health Services, Inc.
Forest Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026
Responsibilities

Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout the Forest Park community by joining our extraordinary team at Riveredge Hospital. Bring your compassion, expertise, enthusiasm, and passion for quality to a place that cultivates wellness and inspires hope.

We are currently seeking an Utilization Management Coordinator position for Riveredge Hospital. Simply apply to the posting and discuss your interests with the hiring manager if you are selected to come in for an interview.

TheUtilization Management Coordinator position oversees the daily activities of the Utilization Management staff including but not limited to assigning and scheduling; reviewing and approving documentation and reports; advising and mentoring UM staff; and overseeing operational procedures involving work processes, forms, and billing. Assists with hiring, coaching, and counseling staff and compliance with internal policies and outside governmental and regulatory agencies. Conducts the Utilization Management Committee meetings, staff meetings, in-services, and participates in performance improvement teams.


Qualifications

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred.
  • Must have an appropriate background in the mental health field to organize and achieve quality performance with a focus on securing reimbursement for the organization.
  • Possess an in depth knowledge of funding sources and government reimbursement protocols.
  • A minimum of 2-3 years supervisory experience.
  • Thoroughly understands the management of UM data obtained from admission, concurrent reviews and appeals utilizing the Severity of Illness/Intensity of Service Criteria.
  • Has knowledge of JC, CMS, Illinois Mental Health Code Act, and all other relevant state and federal regulatory standards.
  • Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

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