Utilization Specialist at Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Danville, Tucson, AZ

Utilization Specialist at Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Danville in Tucson, AZ. Est. up to $60k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Posted Date 3 hours ago (10/13/2026 6:54 PM) ID 2026-112008 # of Openings 1 Job Family Administrative Support Location: Name Sonora Behavioral Health Overview ​ PURPOSE STATEMENT: ​ Proactively monitor utilization of services for patients to optimize reimbursement for the facility. Responsibilities ​ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ​ Act as liaison between managed care organizations and the facility professional clinical staff. ​ Conduct reviews, in accordance with certification requirements, of insurance plans or other managed care organizations (MCOs) and coordinate the flow of communication concerning reimbursement requirements. ​ Monitor patient length of stay and extension s and i nform clinical and medical staff on issues that may impact length of stay. ​ Gather and develop statistical and narrative information to report on utilization, non-certified days (including identified causes and appeal information), discharges and quality of services, as required by the facility leadership or corporate office. ​ Conduct quality reviews for medical necessity and services provided. ​ Facilitate peer review calls between facility and external organizations. ​ Initiate and complete the formal appeal process for denied admissions or continued stay. ​ Assist the admissions department with pre-certifications of care. ​ Provide ongoing support and training for staff on documentation or charting requirements, continued stay criteria and medical necessity updates. ​ OTHER FUNCTIONS: ​ Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Qualifications ​ EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: <span data-contrast="auto" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: