UR RN Inhouse/Remote (In-House Preferred)

Job Number

• 34262
• Location:
• Phoebe
• Putney
• Memorial
• Hospital
• Street
• Address: 417
• W 3rd
• Ave
• City,
• State:
• Albany,
• Georgia
• Zip
• Code: 31701
• Department:
• PPMH
• CARE
• Management
• Shift:
• Days
• Job
• Type:
• Full time
• Posted
• Date: 2026-05-27

Job Description

Summary: Description: JOB SUMMARY The primary responsibilities of the RN UR Specialist include performing activities related to insurance company notifications, obtaining certifications and authorizations related to Utilization review duties in Care Management. Timely communication of clinical information and updates will be provided to the insurance companies as requested or required by contract or federal and state regulations in support of medical necessity justification and hospital billing and payment for patient care and services rendered. He/she will liaison with third party payers regarding UR requirements, authorization or denial matters, and will assist with complext authorization needs impacting patient transition planning. Proactive communication with Care Manager and Social Work staff will foster coordination and a team approach for key care managment functions and meeting patient needs. Will notifiy Care Managers of potential denials and communicate with patient physician and payer medical director for peer to peer discussions. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. WORKING CONDITIONS General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms. May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be scheduled as needed including overtime. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing (Required) 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 4 - 5 years Recent and relevant acute clinical care experience (Required) 1 - 2 years Utilization review experience in a hospital, managed care or physician office practice setting. (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Required Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN) with current Georgia license Preferred Certifications/Licensures: CCM or CPUR GENERAL SKILLS Interpersonal Skills Customer Relations Mathematical Analytical Grammar / Spelling Read / Comprehend Written Instructions Follow Verbal Instructions Transcription Microsoft Office Suite General Clerical Skills Proficient computer typing skills, use of electronic health record and internet. Able to generate basic spreadsheets and word documents. Highly organized and detail oriented with ability to meet tight timeframes and time sensitive actions. Effective verbal and written communication skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%) Phoebe Putney Health System employees are prohibited from working as Remote employees in the following states: California Colorado Connecticut Hawaii Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Nevada New Jersey New York Oregon Rhode Island Vermont Washington Washington D.C. All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience! Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.