Notification Coordinator - Houston, TX

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.AmeriChoice, a UnitedHealth Group company, is a recognized leader and innovator in providing managed health care solutions to its Medicaid membership.  With over a decade of growth and success we are poised for continued expansion of our services in this dynamic marketplace. Our commitment to this specialized market makes a genuine difference in thousands of lives. Join us, do rewarding work, and build a great career.   **The shift for this role is 2:00pm - 10:00 p.m.**   We are seeking a highly organized Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse to handle provider authorizations and communications for our growing team. The Notification Coordinator will have the opportunity to impact patient health in an office setting while working with a wide range of provider issues. This position offers room for growth and a great team environment; If you’re ready to advance your healthcare career, we invite you to apply today.   Primary Responsibilities:Determine the appropriateness of patient careReview benefitsAuthorize inpatient and outpatient services Contact providers to request supporting information Adhere to internal policies and procedure, as well as industry guidelines  Qualifications:Requirements: LVN/LPN with a current, unrestricted license in the state of Texas 2 + years of clinical experience 2+ years of professional computer experience (Outlook & Word) Ability to type 35-40 words per minute, accurately Assets:  Managed care and/or prior authorization experience Call center experience UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits to full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.   Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.   UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Keywords: LVN, LPN, nurse, nursing