Behavioral Health Care Coordinator | 3 Years of Clinical Experience in a Psychiatric Setting or Private Behavioral Health Practice | Remote | Illinois | Contract

Walker Healthforce is seeking a Behavioral Health Care Coordinator with 3 years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting or private behavioral health practice to support a healthcare client based out of Texas (Austin or San Antonio). This is a 24-Month contract opportunity.

HOURS/SCHEDULE: M-F, 8:00 PM to 5:00 PM MDT
WORKER TYPE: W2

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with active, current license or Masters-level Behavioral Health Professional with active, current license to practice at the independent practice level. (LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT is accepted)
• Current clinical license to practice in the state of Illinois and in good standings.
• 3 years clinical experience in psychiatric setting or own behavioral health practice.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and decision making skills.
• PC and database experience.

WE CONSIDER IT A BONUS IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

• Prior utilization review experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely clinical review of behavioral health cases for medical necessity including assisting members on the telephone, reviewing medical records, reviewing cases which involve contract interpretation of behavioral health diagnoses, and utilizing knowledge of medical necessity criteria for all levels of behavioral health care from outpatient office visits to acute inpatient.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation package
• Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental & Vision available
• 401k options

WHY WORK WITH WALKER?

• Access to our top ranked team of recruiting and placement specialists
• Continuous, one-on-one support from a dedicated engagement manager
Professional resume development and interview preparation

Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!

ABOUT US:
Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we’re custom not commodity and we’ve been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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