Telephonic RN Case Manager Oncology - Telecommute in OK
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Lawton
Posted on: June 24, 2022
Job Description:
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a
culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is
what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is
improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about
another gadget; it is about making health care data available
wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is
no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use
your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to
be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)We're
making a strong connection between exceptional patient care and
outstanding career opportunities. The result is a culture of
performance that's driving the health care industry forward. As a
Telephone Case Manager RN with UnitedHealth Group, you'll support a
diverse member population with education, advocacy and connections
to the resources they need to feel better and get well. Instead of
seeing a handful of patients each day, your work may affect
millions for years to come. Ready for a new path? Apply today!If
you live in the State of Oklahoma you'll enjoy the flexibility to
telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. -This is a full
time M-F position working regular business hours. -Primary
Responsibilities:
- Make outbound calls and receive inbound calls to assess
members' current health status
- Identify gaps or barriers in treatment plans
- Provide patient education to assist with self-management
- Make referrals to outside sources
- Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close
communication with members via in-person or on-phone
interaction
- Support members with condition education, medication reviews
and connections to resources such as Home Health Aides or Meals on
WheelsThis is high volume, customer service environment. You'll
need to be efficient, productive and thorough dealing with our
members over the phone. Strong computer and software navigation
skills are critical. You should also be strongly patient-focused
and adaptable to changes.You'll be rewarded and recognized for your
performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you
clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as
provide development for other roles you may be interested
in.Required Qualifications:
- Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of
employment
- Active Compact RN license
- 3+ years of experience in a hospital, acute care or direct care
setting
- Ability to type and have the ability to navigate a Windows
based environmentPreferred Qualifications:
- BSN
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Experience in Medical Oncology
- Case management experience
- Experience or exposure to discharge planning
- Experience in utilization review, concurrent review or risk
management
- Previous experience in a telephonic role
- Background in managed care
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this
role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster
doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth
Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as
well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of
vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to
ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential
job functions with or without reasonable accommodation -To protect
the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we
serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all
employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to
beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require
full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job
function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and
local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client
COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary
information from candidates prior to employment to ensure
compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job
functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet
the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an
employment offer or termination of employment. -Careers with Optum.
Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant
objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it
comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of
health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices
or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap
beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of
the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some
of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care
has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that
means working on high performance teams against sophisticated
challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible
company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
-*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth
Group's Telecommuter Policy -Diversity creates a healthier
atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected
veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any
other characteristic protected by law. - -UnitedHealth Group is a
drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test
before beginning employment. -
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