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Weekend Utilization Review Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Sierra Vista is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Utilization Review (UR) Coordinator to support clinical documentation, insurance authorization processes, and regulatory compliance. This ...

Case Manager

Aurora, CO

$20.25 - $26.25/hr

Weekend rotation (1 weekend per month). Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30 MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESConducts ... Documents discharge planning interventions and utilization review activity per department and ...

Nurse Case Manager (RN)

Parker, CO · On-site

$62K - $101K/yr

Clinical pathway, Navigator, or Utilization Review. * Shift(s) available: day shift * Job types available: full time * Employer features: Best Places to Work recognition, Community hospital, Cross ...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$115K - $185K/yr

Responsibilities Monday through Friday position with no weekends or on-call! InnovAge PACE (Program ... Contribute to case review, consultation, and utilization review * Research and utilize evolving ...

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How much do weekend utilization review jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend utilization review in Colorado is $44.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.14 and $51.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical weekend shift look like for a Utilization Review professional?

Weekend Utilization Review professionals typically work independently, reviewing patient cases for medical necessity, appropriateness of care, and compliance with payer guidelines during non-standard business hours. You will analyze patient charts, interact with clinical staff, and document findings, often collaborating remotely with other care coordinators or medical teams. While much of the role is desk-based, quick decision-making and effective communication are essential due to faster-paced weekend workflows. This schedule can offer greater autonomy and flexibility, but may also require prioritizing tasks and managing multiple cases efficiently to ensure continuous patient care.

What is a Weekend Utilization Review job?

A Weekend Utilization Review job involves assessing patient care and medical services during weekends to ensure they meet medical necessity and insurance guidelines. Professionals in this role review clinical documentation, coordinate with healthcare providers, and determine appropriate levels of care for patients. They typically work for hospitals, insurance companies, or other healthcare organizations. Strong analytical skills, medical knowledge, and familiarity with regulatory requirements are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Weekend Utilization Review position, and why are they important?

Success as a Weekend Utilization Review professional requires a strong background in nursing or healthcare, critical thinking skills, and a thorough understanding of medical necessity criteria, such as InterQual or Milliman guidelines. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and utilization management software is highly beneficial, and RN or healthcare-related licensure is often required. Exceptional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on weekends are crucial soft skills. Mastering these areas allows efficient and accurate reviews of patient care, supporting optimal healthcare resource allocation outside of standard work hours.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Utilization Review job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,477 per year, or $44.5 per hour.
Utilization Review Director

Utilization Review Director

Lifepoint Health

Englewood, CO

$110K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 264 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

753rd of 877 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Title: Utilization Review Director
Job Type: Onsite, Full-time

Pay rate: $$110,000 -$148,000

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm MST

Your experience matters Denver Springs 

At Denver Springs, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve. 

How you'll contribute 

The responsibility of the Utilization Review Director is to ensure the utilization review activities are completed accurately and timely. This includes the precertification and recertification, peer to peer process, and appeals. The UR Director will report consistently and accurately to the CEO or delegate the authorization status of current patients and appeals. The Director will ensure that all UR staff members follow department and facility procedures. The Director will further ensure that communication with all relevant departments, but especially CBO and Business Office, meets staff and patient needs. The UR Director will report consistently and accurately to the CEO or delegate the authorization status of current patients and appeals

Other Duties Include: 

  • Oversees the UR department, ensuring staff has completed all assignments and monitors performance.
  • Ensures all pre-certifications are completed for inpatient and outpatient services.
  • Ensures all re-certifications are completed for inpatient and outpatient services and reports status to the CEO or delegate.
  • Assists with creation of treatment team agenda and participates to ensure team is aware of coverage info as well as collecting information for communication with insurance or other funding source.
  • Be available to educate staff members from other relevant departments on documentation requirements / medical criteria and does so in a professional, organized, and understandable manner.
  • Works with DON to ensure documentation requirements are met.
  • Ensure appeals are completed thoroughly and on a timely basis.
  • Interface with managed care organizations, external reviews, and other payers.
  • Participates in Administrator on call rotation
  • Communicate with physicians to schedule peer to peer reviews.
  • Accurately report denials.
  • Is available to proctor staff members at other Springstone facilities on relevant policies and procedures. 

What we offer 

We offer an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary and benefits. Some of our benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. 

Qualifications and requirements 

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience: Previous utilization review experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
  • License: Current unencumbered clinical license strongly preferred. RN license preferred. 
  • Additional Requirements: CPI and CPR preferred within 30 days of hire. May be required to work flexible hours.

About Us 
Denver Springs hospital located in Englewood, CO, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters 

EEOC Statement 

"Denver Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Denver Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." 

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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