Utilization Management Clinical Consultant - Work From Home Louisiana-4

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Job Description

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
Examines the appropriateness and medical necessity of requested healthcare services, such as hospital admissions, procedures, tests, and therapies.
Applies in-depth knowledge of clinical guidelines, protocols, and evidence-based criteria to assess the necessity and quality of healthcare services.
Researches opportunities to optimize resource utilization, mitigate unnecessary procedures or tests, and promote the use of cost-effective alternatives.
Provides education and guidance, under close supervision, to healthcare providers regarding utilization management processes, guidelines, and documentation requirements.
Reviews medical records, analyzes clinical data, and determines if services align with established guidelines and standards.
Communicates with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other stakeholders to determine the need for prior authorization of certain healthcare services.
Conducts routine reviews to monitor the ongoing care of patients during their hospital stay and/or treatment.
Develops programs that promote quality effectiveness of healthcare services and optimize benefit utilization.
Completes clinical reports that communicate findings, monitor key performance indicators, and track the effectiveness of utilization management initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$26.01 - $56.14

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments .

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/21/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.