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How much do weekend utilization review jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend utilization review in Port Allen, LA is $40.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.07 and $46.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend utilization review?

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 does a weekend utilization review professional do?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend utilization review position?

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 Port Allen, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,445 per year, or $40.6 per hour.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - FullTime

Zachary, LA • On-site

Lagniappe Rehabilitation Services
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities • 51 - 200 employees
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$22.25 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in screening, initial evaluation, and implementing treatment plans for patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

  • Provide direct supervision of Rehab Aide during group and individual treatments, ensuring appropriate utilization of resources.

  • Maintain communication with patients, families, staff, and other professionals regarding patient progress and needs.

Job description

Job Summary:
To assist in providing quality patient care while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients, under the direction of a licensed or registered Physical Therapist. Adheres to applicable state regulation concerning physical therapy.
Essential Functions:
  • Under the direction of the licensed/registered physical therapist, optimizes functional abilities and skills of patients in facilities by: assisting in screening and initial evaluation of all patients; implementing treatment for all assigned patients; delivering treatment according to the established treatment plan; accurately documenting progress toward objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient's family, the staff and other professionals
  • Provides direct supervision of Rehab Aide in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts and Lagniappe Rehabilitation policy
  • Builds a strong rehabilitation care practice within each facility by: establishing and maintaining courteous and helpful interaction patterns with staff, patients and families which reflects sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach; contributing to facility patient care, utilization review, administrative staff/department head, and family conference activities/communications as directed by the Physical Therapist; establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other healthcare professionals and colleagues in the community; maintaining awareness of change in patient populations, patient conditions and programs and keeping the licensed or registered Physical Therapist informed directly and in a timely manner, of patient progress and facility issues; adhering to the requirements of the patient's Bill of Rights; adhering to established facility policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control and emergency situations
  • Enhancing clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities; maintaining valid state license (where appropriate); obtain membership and participate in professional organizations; maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment
  • Understand managed care/Prospective Payment System (PPS) billing and treatment guidelines. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines
  • Compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility
  • Maintain confidentiality of Lagniappe Rehabilitation, facility and patient information

Required Credentials:
  • Graduate of an APTA accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Valid state license (where appropriate)
  • Valid driver's license

Abilities:
  • Travel between facilities during scheduled hours
  • Work varying hours, including weekends and holidays
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by Rehabilitation Director
  • Attendance at all Lagniappe Rehabilitation staff meetings is mandatory
  • Patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting (50) pounds of dead weight alone
  • To walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day/shift
  • Visual, auditory and speaking skills sufficient to evaluate, diagnose, communicate and monitor patient needs, and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide and understand written, verbal and gestural communications
  • Fine motor skills for legible and accurate writing and keystroking for charting, scheduling, daily correspondence, and reports
  • Fine motor skills for handling of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment
  • Sustain activity for multiple consecutive hours in accordance with state labor laws

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