Utilization Tech/Nurse M-F 1st shift, 32 biweekly hours 8-4:30 Clinical background preferred About VGH Virginia Gay Hospital, established in Vinton in 1923, is an independent, nonprofit critical access hospital supported by a strong local community. The organization includes a 25-bed hospital and four family medical clinics located throughout Benton County, Iowa, offering high-quality, local healthcare and opportunities for professional growth and meaningful patient relationships. Position Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Utilization Review Tech/Nurse is responsible for the utilization review for preadmission screenings of patients, monitoring of patient status/needs, and notification of third-party payors, precertification of outpatient procedures, medication preauthorization and auditing charts as requested. The UR Tech/Nurse is responsible for the InterQual review of charts to assist with determination of appropriate level and length of stay.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(from job description) Current Iowa nursing license, preferred. Graduated from a state approved nursing program if applicable. Maintains current BCLS if indicated. Would prefer candidate to have previous education and experience as an MA/RN/LPN, Utilization Review Nurse and/or have experience in physician office preauthorization and utilization review. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Health, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental insurance Retirement plan with match Paid time off License and Continuing Education Reimbursement available. Equal Opportunity Statement Virginia Gay Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.