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How much do weekday optum utilization review jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekday optum 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 Weekday Optum Utilization Review vs Weekday Optum Claims Reviewer?

AspectWeekday Optum Utilization ReviewWeekday Optum Claims Reviewer
Primary RoleAssess medical necessity and appropriateness of healthcare servicesReview and process insurance claims for accuracy and compliance
CredentialsTypically requires nursing or healthcare-related certificationsUsually requires insurance or claims processing experience, with some certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, healthcare settings, remote optionsOffice or remote, insurance company environment
Industry UsageHealthcare insurance, utilization managementInsurance claims processing, customer service

While both roles are integral to healthcare insurance operations, Weekday Optum Utilization Review focuses on evaluating the medical necessity of services, whereas Weekday Optum Claims Reviewer handles claims processing and verification. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right position based on their skills and credentials.

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Infographic showing various Weekday Optum Utilization Review job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,946 per year, or $42.3 per hour.
Utilization Review Assistant

Utilization Review Assistant

Odyssey House

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Utilization Review Assistant

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Utilization Review, the Utilization Review Assistant will provide support with filing, tracking, scheduling, and internal/external communications to the Utilization Review team. Utilization Review Assistant documents all updates on authorizations in the electronic medical record, including communications with insurance companies, requests for clinical updates, denials received, and others as needed. Utilization Review Assistant manages discharges across all 820 programs. Participates in collaborative calls with MCOs to confirm client's engagement in treatment. Assists in managing all work queues assigned to Utilization Review to ensure timely follow up on accounts.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

  1. Manages discharges across all 820 programs; confirm discharge documentation was received and processed accordingly by managed care organizations.
  2. Participates in collaborative calls with MCOs to confirm client's engagement in treatment.
  3. Uploads admissions LOCADTR, concurrent review LOCADTRs and pertinent UR documentation such as legal mandates, MCO correspondence, and discharge documentation to be filed in the department SharePoint and the electronic health record.
  4. Receive, track, and distribute information from MCO case management staff for client's receiving enhanced benefits plans such as HARP.
  5. Track and maintain MCO correspondence on SharePoint for intradepartmental use.
  6. Retrieves voicemails and faxes for the department and transcribes the information into the team calendar and team SharePoint.
  7. Schedule live reviews & peer to peer sessions for Coordinator of UR and relevant parties.
  8. Produce UR meeting minutes and distribution to relevant parties.
  9. Prepare, file, and submit monthly updates on the progress of identified projects, rosters, retention and reports as needed.
  10. Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and case conferences.
  11. Communicate in a positive, professional manner at all times
  12. Attend all required in-service training seminars.
  13. Other relevant duties as required.

Requirements include:

  1. High School Diploma or GED, with 3 years' experience in an administrative support role in a healthcare setting; Or associate degree in healthcare/Business Administration or Related (Required).
  2. Highly organized and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to meet deadlines and revenue goals.
  3. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  4. Ability to work within the context of a multi-disciplinary team, build relationships and foster partnerships.
  5. Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Records, and Outlook programs).

In addition, Odyssey House offers our Utilization Review Assistant:

  • A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week)
  • Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule
  • Life Insurance
  • Medical Insurance (Two Plans)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account
  • 403(b) Plan
  • Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit
  • Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Educational Assistance Programs
  • Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits
  • RUFit?! Fitness Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Assistance
  • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare
  • Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher

Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.