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Utilization Review

Eureka, CA · On-site

$1.9K/wk

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for director optum health utilization review in the United States is $42.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Optum Health Utilization Review vs Utilization Review Manager?

AspectDirector Optum Health Utilization ReviewUtilization Review Manager
CertificationsTypically requires RN, CPC, or other healthcare-related certificationsOften requires RN or healthcare management certifications
Work EnvironmentCorporate healthcare setting, primarily in insurance or health services companiesHealthcare facilities or insurance companies managing patient care reviews
ResponsibilitiesOversees utilization review processes, policy development, and team managementManages daily review operations, staff supervision, and compliance

The main difference is that the Director Optum Health Utilization Review typically holds a higher leadership role with strategic responsibilities, while the Utilization Review Manager focuses more on daily operations and team management within the utilization review process.

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Supervisor Behavioral Health Utilization Review

Saint Luke's Health System

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Saint Luke's Health System (Kansas City) rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 109 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

377th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Description
Saint Luke's Crittenton Children's Center in South Kansas City, MO is seeking a Supervisor of Behavioral Health Utilization Review to join our team.
This role facilitates and directs the Utilization Review Department, Case Management and Reception teams of a 24/7 inpatient residential and hospital program. Additionally, ensures compliance with all pertinent regulations, analyzes trends related to denials & authorizations, builds strong relationships with third party payers. Positive relationships with physicians, nursing supervisors and senior administration are required to ensure empathic and timely response to individual patient and community needs.
Job Details:
  • Monday - Friday, dayshift, 9am -5pm. Remote work not preferred, but occasional opportunity, must be primarily onsite. No weekend or holiday rotations.
  • Supervises and completes daily operations as assigned by Manager of Intake and Utilizations Review.
  • Oversees resources and functions related to utilization review and regulatory compliance adherence.
  • Responsible for training of staff, discipline and evaluations.
  • Monitors and maintains data to achieve quality outcomes and progression with the departmental strategic plan.
  • Collaborates and communicates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure communication of patient's treatment to the managed care provider.
  • Review clinical charts in order to file appeals on denied accounts.
  • Oversees scheduling and supervision needs for the Reception team.
  • Must have a master's degree and current clinical licensure for State of Missouri (LPC or LCSW)
  • 1-3 years in a leadership or team lead role preferred

Job Requirements
Applicable Experience:
2 years
Licensed Professional Counselor - Various
Master's Degree
Job Details
Full Time
Day (United States of America)
The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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