Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer (Remote)

UnitedHealth Group

16 days ago

United States — Remotefrom $91,700Full TimePsychologist

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Licensed Psychologist – Remote Peer Reviewer in United States. Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.

Key Responsibilities

Standard outpatient treatment, including requests for extended length sessions or single case agreements State-specific Medicaid services (e.

Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Targeted Case Management, Home Based Habilitation, Supported Employment, etc.

Requirements

standard outpatient services (extended

length visits, an in

network accommodation, intensive outpatient program with no MD involvement) Appeals of previously denied services or claims for outpatient non

Based Treatment Advanced computer skills using Excel and Access Databases Proven solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turn

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $91,700 - $163,700

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Remote position - work from anywhere.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Licensed Psychologist – Remote Peer Reviewer.

Key Skills

Clinical criteria applicationBenefit plan requirementsPeer reviewPsychological testingNeuropsychological testingOutpatient treatment planningCase managementManaged careCPT codingHCPC codingEvidence-based treatmentTime managementWritten communicationVerbal communicationNegotiationIndependent work

HealthcareConsultingSocial Servicesvia Taleo

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer (Remote) at UnitedHealth Group a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Psychology psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.

Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.

Psychology — Psychologist Career Context

This Psychology position at UnitedHealth Group is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Remote psychologist positions in Psychology have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

Compensation Analysis

UnitedHealth Group lists compensation for this psychologist position at $92k to $164k annually.

Location & Logistics

This is a fully remote psychologist position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
Transparent compensation ($92k–$164k)
Exceptional work-life balance score (8.4/10)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical criteria application, Benefit plan requirements, Peer review, Psychological testing, Neuropsychological testing, Outpatient treatment planning, Case management, Managed care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The psychologist will conduct clinical peer reviews to determine coverage for outpatient, intensive outpatient, and psychological testing services. They will also participate in peer consultations and ensure determinations align with federal, state, and local guidelines.

Benefits package: Comprehensive benefits package, Incentive and recognition programs, Equity stock purchase, 401k contribution. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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