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This position will be the primary care manager for a panel of members with primary complex medical needs. The Care Management / coordination activities will focus on supporting member's medical, behavioral and socioeconomic needs to promote appropriate utilization of services and improved quality of care. All case management/ coordination activities will be in alignment with evidence-based guidelines. This position will liaison with the members' provider community to help reduce fragmentation within the care ecosystem. The role will provide medically oriented clinical consults/guidance within the team and to other area within the health plan. The Clinical Care Manager will approach their member work with an understanding of how inequities drive health disparities. They will promote health equity.
Working Schedule: Schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm.
Locations will vary but within the following counties of Florida: Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Lake, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Sumter, Suwannee, Union, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Polk.
Preference for those residing in the following counties: Alachua, Clay, Duval, Flager, Nassau, St Johns, Volusia.
Local travel up to 10% and mileage is reimbursed at current government rate.
Primary Responsibilities:
Serve as primary care manager for members with primary complex medical needs
Engage members through a variety of modalities (face and/or telephonically) to complete a comprehensive needs assessment, including assessment of medical, behavioral, functional, cultural, socioeconomic and SDOH needs
Develop and implement person centered care plans to address needs including management of chronic health conditions, health promotion and wellness, social determinants of health, medication management and member safety in alignment with evidence-based guidelines
Partner and collaborate with internal care team, providers, community resources/partners and leverage expertise to implement care plan
Monitor and update care plan, incorporating feedback from member to monitor compliance with interventions to achieve care plan goals
Provide education and coaching to support:
Member self-management of care needs in alignment with evidence-based guidelines
Lifestyle changes to promote health, i.e. smoking cessation, weight management, exercise
Assist member in development of personal wellness plan / health crisis plan
Perform targeted activities and provide education to support HEDIS/STAR gap closure, including scheduling, reminding and verification of appointment to receive specific services
Monitor compliance with medication regimen and make referrals to Pharmacist for medication review and recommendations
Reassess and update care plan with change in condition or care needs
Support proactive discharge planning and manage/coordinate Care Transition following ER visit, inpatient or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) admission
Access and Coordinate Medicaid Benefits to support care needs
Document all care management/coordination activity in clinical care management record
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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, independent licensure as a Registered Nurse for state of Florida
4+ years of relevant clinical work experience
3+ years of experience managing needs of complex populations (e.g. Medicare, Medicaid)
1+ years of community case management experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs
Intermediate level of knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid benefits
Ability to travel 10% of the time for role
Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information and live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
Reside in the state of Florida
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in nursing or related clinical field
Experience working with behavioral health issues that can be applied to help guide and support members with behavioral health needs
Experience working in team-based care
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Experience working in Managed Care
Lived experience (self or family) in managing or overcoming chronic health, behavioral health or substance use condition
Soft Skills:
Possess a strong work ethic
Ability to listen skillfully, collect relevant information, build rapport and respond to customers in a compassionate manner
Ability to adapt to change in the workplace
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Ability to interact with internal and external customers in a corporate environment
Must possess a positive and motivated attitude
Willingness to adapt to multiple external environments and settings
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Must possess transportation to visit clients in various locations
Ability to travel varied distances and multiple terrains to visit assigned client locations
Ability to carry equipment to and from field locations needed for face to face member visits (ex. laptop, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, etc.)
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. This role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on sales performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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