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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend utilization review in Birmingham, AL is $39.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.30 and $45.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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 Birmingham, AL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,423 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

Quality Utilization Reviewer I

Children's of Alabama

Birmingham, AL • On-site

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Children's Of Alabama rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

849th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

In Utilization Management at Main Campus Lee Building
Work schedule will be 7on / 7off on the Day Shift, 7am- 3:30pm, Monday- Sunday every other week after completion of orientation.
Summary:
The UR Reviewer 1 is responsible for performing inpatient admission, concurrent, and observation reviews based on pre-established criteria exclusively for AL Medicaid and all commercial payers other than BCBS AL. Upon successful completion of training by UR Reviewer 2 and with the approval of the UR Manager & Department Director, UR Reviewer 1 with LPN/RN licensure may advance to Reviewer 2 (if position becomes available).
Other information:
Education

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or Social Work
Experience
  • 2 years in hospital setting or related field (i.e. third-party payer)
  • Utilization review experience preferred
Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries
  • Current AL licensure as RN or LPN
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of third-party payer requirements in utilization review preferred

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Registered Nurse AL Single State or any of the following equivalent qualifications below:
- Registered Nurse AL NLC Multi State
- Registered Nurse Non-AL NLC Multi State
- Licensed Practical Nurse AL Only
- Licensed Practical Nurse AL NLC Multi State
- Licensed Practical Nurse Non-AL NLC Multi State
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Associate of Science Nursing in Nursing or Bachelors of Science or Arts in Nursing
Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* 2 Years Staff Level

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Since 1911, Children’s of Alabama has provided specialized medical care for ill and injured children. Ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s serves patients from every county in Alabama and nearly every state. With more than 3.5 million square feet, it is one of the largest pediatric medical facilities in the United States. Children’s offers inpatient and outpatient services at its Russell Campus on Birmingham’s historic Southside with additional specialty services provided at Children’s South, Children’s on 3rd and in Huntsville and Montgomery. Primary medical care is provided in more than a dozen communities across central Alabama. Children’s is the only health system in Alabama dedicated solely to the care and treatment of children. It is a private, not-for-profit medical center that serves as the teaching hospital for the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) pediatric medicine, surgery, psychiatry, research and residency programs. The medical staff consists of UAB faculty and Children’s full-time physicians as well as private practicing community physicians. Our staff is committed to providing the finest pediatric healthcare to all children. We built our legacy on our core values of trust, teamwork, compassion, innovation and commitment. We know that every time we come through these doors we will live up to our high standards as we work to make a difference in children's lives. You've chosen a career that’s all about care. If you want to make a difference the life of children and their families, if you want to advance in your profession, if you appreciate good benefits, and want to work with outstanding medical professionals in a variety of areas, then Children’s of Alabama is where you belong.

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Health care and social assistance

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Birmingham, AL, US

Year founded

1911

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