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Two or more years' experience in medical/psychiatric utilization management required. * Comprehensive understanding of the admission, concurrent, continued stay, and retrospective reviews using the ...

Two or more years' experience in medical/psychiatric utilization management required. * Comprehensive understanding of the admission, concurrent, continued stay, and retrospective reviews using the ...

Minimum of one-year experience working in a utilization review position (psychiatric or chemical dependency). Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers? This is more than a job, it's a chance to be a vital ...

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How much do psychiatric utilization review jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychiatric 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Psychiatric Utilization Review position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Psychiatric Utilization Review professional, you typically need a background in nursing, social work, or behavioral health, along with a strong understanding of mental health diagnoses, treatment planning, and insurance guidelines. Familiarity with clinical documentation, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and utilization management software is important, and certification such as Certified Case Manager (CCM) can be advantageous. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you advocate for patients and collaborate with healthcare providers. These skills ensure objective, fair, and efficient case reviews that support quality care and appropriate resource use.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in Psychiatric Utilization Review?

A typical day in Psychiatric Utilization Review involves reviewing patient medical records to evaluate the appropriateness and medical necessity of inpatient or outpatient psychiatric care. You will interact with providers, payers, and clinical teams to gather information, clarify treatment plans, and ensure compliance with insurance and regulatory criteria. Much of the work is independent, but collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is common, especially when resolving complex cases or conducting peer reviews. You may also participate in meetings, submit timely documentation, and stay up-to-date on benefit guidelines and relevant legislation. This role provides a dynamic blend of clinical assessment, administrative responsibilities, and teamwork in a healthcare setting.

What is a Psychiatric Utilization Review job?

A Psychiatric Utilization Review job involves evaluating the medical necessity, appropriateness, and efficiency of mental health treatments. Professionals in this role review patient cases, treatment plans, and insurance policies to ensure compliance with guidelines and cost-effectiveness. They collaborate with healthcare providers and insurance companies to authorize services and prevent unnecessary care. Their goal is to balance quality patient care with cost containment.

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Infographic showing various Psychiatric Utilization Review job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $87,946 per year, or $42.3 per hour.
Utilization Review/Management Coordinator

Utilization Review/Management Coordinator

UHS

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Universal Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 247 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

452nd of 869 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities

Benefit Highlights: 

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment 
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off 
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan 
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries 
  • Shift differentials are paid for evening, night and weekend shifts 

Position Summary  
The Utilization Review Coordinator is dedicated to gather and coordinating information regarding patient symptomatology and treatment modalities for the purpose of internal and concurrent reviews with insurance companies. 

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities 
1. Negotiates and advocates on behalf of the patient and the Hospital.  
2. Assesses and interprets most appropriate level of care based upon patient present level of functioning and responsiveness to treatment interventions. Provides clinical appropriateness data (verbal and written) to outside utilization review agencies and insurance companies according to policy and procedure.  
3. Review discharges, as assigned. Calculate length of stay and document number of days certified for billing purposes. Report discharges to outside reviews as indicated, including discharge plan and medications. 
4. Complete continued stay reviews with external review agencies as indicated. 
5. Complete pre-certifications, as assigned. 
6. Prioritizes daily workload between various types of reviews and discharges to ensure timely completion. 
7. Assist with denial/appeals, including maintenance of denial log for assigned cases.  
8. Provide Utilization Review guidance consultative services to UR department and to all departments when requested. Services include analysis of medical records, data and participation in committees as requested. 
9. Analyzes patient clinical information to determine patient length of stay and level of care. 
10. Review all assigned Medicare charts for medical necessity and report findings to treatment team weekly.  
11. Maintains Utilization Review files and logs in a neat, accurate and orderly form. 
12. Provides feedback to the Department Manager on the development/modification of the utilization review plan. 
13. Attends treatment team daily to review assigned cases with team.  
14. Complete and updates MIDAS reports daily, as assigned. 
15. Assume Hospital Safety Responsibilities. 


Qualifications

Minimum Skills, Experience, Licensure and Educational Requirements 
1. RN/MA/MSW. 
2. Professional licensure in the State of Michigan. 
2. Experience working with psychiatric utilization review criteria. 
3. Knowledge of psychiatric program delivery and utilization review criteria. 

About Universal Health Services 

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. 

EEO Statement 

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams 

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. 

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. 

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Skills, Experience, Licensure and Educational Requirements 
1. RN/MA/MSW. 
2. Professional licensure in the State of Michigan. 
2. Experience working with psychiatric utilization review criteria. 
3. Knowledge of psychiatric program delivery and utilization review criteria. 

About Universal Health Services 

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. 

EEO Statement 

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams 

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. 

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. 

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters. 

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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Health care and social assistance

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US