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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Atlanta, GA

$112/hr

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Up to $112/hour Fully Remote or In-Person Flexible Schedule Pay & Flexibility * Hourly Rate: Up to $112 per hour.

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How much do utilization management lcsw jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for utilization management lcsw in Atlanta, GA is $87,522.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,200.00 and $105,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Utilization Management Lcsw vs Medical Social Worker?

AspectUtilization Management LcswMedical Social Worker
CredentialsLCSW, often with additional certifications in utilization reviewLCSW, sometimes with clinical or medical social work certifications
Work EnvironmentInsurance companies, healthcare organizations, utilization review departmentsHospitals, clinics, patient homes, healthcare settings
Employer & IndustryInsurance providers, healthcare management firmsHospitals, medical facilities, outpatient clinics
Primary FocusReviewing medical necessity, authorizing services, ensuring appropriate careProviding psychosocial support, care planning, patient advocacy

The Utilization Management Lcsw primarily focuses on reviewing medical necessity and authorizing healthcare services within insurance and healthcare organizations. In contrast, a Medical Social Worker provides direct psychosocial support and patient advocacy in clinical settings. While both roles require an LCSW credential, their work environments and primary responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Utilization Management Lcsw job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,522 per year, or $42.1 per hour.

Manager Utilization Management-Behavioral Health

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Piedmont Healthcare rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 468 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

379th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Provide system-level leadership and operational oversight of the Behavioral Health Utilization Review (UR) and Utilization Management (UM) processes across two hospital campuses and multiple Behavioral Health programs, including inpatient, ED-based, and specialty BH services. Responsible for ensuring consistent, compliant, and effective UR operations that support appropriate level-of-care determination, medical necessity, denial prevention, and financial performance. Serves as a primary point of contact and collaborative partner with multiple system teams, including but not limited to Revenue Cycle, Case Management, Compliance, Finance, HIM, Epic, Physician Advisors, and Executive Leadership, to align utilization practices with regulatory, payer, and organizational expectations.
Education
  • Bachelors Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Administration, Social Work, or a closely related field Required
Work Experience
  • 5 years of experience in Behavioral Health Utilization Management and Utilization Review processes using medical necessity criteria (InterQual and/or Milliman).

  • 2 years Experience requirement above, to include, 2 years of demonstrated leadership or management experience in a hospital, medical practice, or other healthcare setting Required

  • Experience working in a system-level or multi-site environment Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
  • RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Required or

  • LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor Required or

  • LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure Required or

  • LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker Required or

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Required

  • IQCI Certification Required

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