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Providence Health Plan is calling a Manager Utilization Management RN, Prior Authorization who will:

Be responsible for Management and supervision of the PHP Utilization Management (UM) or Care Management (CM) clinical programs, outcomes and operations Be responsible for collaboration and coordination of all UM or CM programs with key Oregon and System leadership throughout Providence St. Joseph's Health Coordinate, manage, and direct clinical programs and department operations Develop, analyze and provide consultation on UM or CM outcomes Have direct reports that include supervisors, program managers, registered nurses, social workers, clinical support coordinators, technicians and may include other support staff as needed Foster, develop and maintain key working relationships throughout The Plan, all regions and ministries in Providence St. Joseph's Health with a common goal of providing high quality, affordable programs and services to all members and providers in all areas where Providence serves out the Mission

Providence welcomes 100% remote work for residents who reside in the following States: 

Washington Oregon

Required qualifications for this position include:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or another clinical field of study Graduate from an accredited school of nursing -OR- a combination of equivalent education and work experience Coursework/Training: Formal education or training in supervision, management, or leadership Oregon Registered Nurse License  3+ years of experience directly managing or supervising staff in a clinical or managed care setting 5+ years of clinical experience 2+ years of experience in utilization, quality or care management within an insurance or managed care setting Demonstrated experience in program planning, development and evaluation

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

Master's Degree in Nursing or another related field of Study Project management, Six Sigma, Lean, Change Acceleration Process (CAP) experience Experience with HEDIS, CAHPS, Medicare 5-Star Rating, NCQA and/or URAC accreditation

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Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security.  We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.