Utilization Manager Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

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Closing Date:
09/01/2026
Type of Position:
Management - Operations
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:
ICE | CORE PA Utilization Review Team A
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
This is a full-time position working four 10 hour shifts; (0630-1700) Thursday - Sunday.
Must live within one hour of Little Rock campus.
The Utilization Review (UR) RN Care Manager is responsible for utilizing pre-established, evidence based screening criteria to validate the appropriateness of patient admissions, provide screening, and continuous observation status monitoring. The UR RN Care Manager is also responsible for communicating relevant information to appropriate payer carriers regarding a patient's stay. The role reflects appropriate knowledge of the RN scope of practice, current state requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, Patient Bill of Rights, AB 1203 and other Federal or State regulatory agency requirements specific to discharge planning.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• ADN, or Diploma RN Degree;
• 5 years RN experience with current BLS certification.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) or American Case Management (ACM) certification

Additional Information:
Job Responsibilities:

• Initiates appropriate referrals to internal and external interdisciplinary teams.
• Establishes a working diagnosis on every patient at the time of the initial review.
• Communicates the target length of stay and estimated discharge on every patient at the time of the initial review and coordinates the discharge planning process in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Documents all team, physician, and payer communication and concerns pertaining to coordinating of care and services.
• Responsible for utilizing pre-established evidence-based screening criteria to validate the appropriateness of patient admission and provide appropriate screenings of the patients assigned to a designated coverage area, including initial, continued stay and completion of discharge screens.
• Communicates with physicians regarding the level of care or admission status when appropriate criteria are not met for inpatient, observation, or continued stay review.
• Escalates appropriate cases to Physician Advisor for secondary review process.
• Escalates payer denial/appeal issues to the Physician Advisor/CMO/Attending in a timely fashion.
• Other duties as assigned to meet UAMS core values and the business needs of the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Occasionally
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Grasping, Lifting, Standing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes