Temporary Clinician, Utilization Management

Lucet

. Review and complete initial and concurrent authorization requests .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $34 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in behavioral health utilization reviews, applying medical necessity criteria, and coordinating care among members, families, and providers. Proficient in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and effective documentation in clinical systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Current Clinical LicenseBehavioral Health Utilization ReviewDirect Clinical Care ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsCompliance with Regulatory Standards

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Hard Skills

Medical Necessity CriteriaClinical JudgmentEvidence-Based PracticesDocumentation SkillsTelephonic CommunicationMultitaskingKeyboarding SkillsCare Coordination

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Clinical SystemsTelephonic Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Unrestricted Clinical License

Industry Keywords

Behavioral Health ServicesDischarge PlanningAccreditation StandardsPsychiatric TreatmentChemical Dependency Treatment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and complete initial and concurrent authorization requests
Conduct comprehensive behavioral health utilization reviews
Apply medical necessity criteria, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practices to determine appropriate levels of care
Handle incoming telephonic contact from the provider network
Collaborate with members, families, providers, and clients to coordinate care
Facilitate access to behavioral health services
Support discharge planning and promote successful treatment outcomes
Maintain accurate documentation and use clinical systems effectively
Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Meet caseload requirements and team objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current, unrestricted license issued by a state or territory of the United States to practice independently as a clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, professional counselor, clinical psychologist, or registered nurse
Minimum of two years of direct clinical care experience with patients in facility based and/or outpatient psychiatric or chemical dependency treatment
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong computer and keyboarding skills, including the ability to document while simultaneously taking information over the phone
Ability to comprehend medical policy and criteria to clearly articulate health information
Ability to pass background check upon hire and throughout employment, including criminal, employment, education, healthcare sanctions, prohibited parties, sex offender registry, and 10-Panel Drug Screen checks
High-speed internet service with minimum download speed of 20 Mbps, upload speed of 5 Mbps, and maximum latency of 100 milliseconds
Hardwired internet connection
Ability to work from a fixed, designated workspace at home with minimal background noise
Ability to sit for extended periods and perform repetitive typing motions
Ability to multitask, manage multiple priorities, work independently, and work collaboratively

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with competitive employer match
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and wellbeing incentives
Generous paid time off, including volunteer time
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Remote work flexibility (role-dependent)
Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally
Company-provided equipment