CHOC Children's
Ambulatory Care Manger, CHOC Health Alliance
CHOC Children's, Orange, California, United States, 92613
Ambulatory Care Manager, CHOC Health Alliance
At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination for children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. Your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. Our compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.
Work Location Orange, California
Work Shift Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Job Summary The Ambulatory Care Manager utilizes the nursing process to help members/families that have experienced a critical event or have a diagnosis requiring extensive resources. This part‑time position (20 hours per week) focuses on delivering care efficiently and cost‑effectively to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Additional hours may become available in the future.
Pay Range Minimum: $52.93; Midpoint: $70.13; Maximum: $87.32
Experience
Required: Minimum two (2) years of pediatric nursing experience and/or case management experience.
Preferred: Three (3) years of pediatric nursing experience and/or case management, care coordination, or transition of care.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) Education.
Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing or master’s degree in a health‑related field from an accredited school.
Training
Required: None required.
Preferred: Certification in Utilization Review and/or Case Management Certified Pediatric Nurse.
Specialized Skills
Required: Ability to work effectively under pressure due to changing priorities. Excellent interpersonal communication, including conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Clinical knowledge of multiple age groups, medical illness, and treatment plans according to disease process, diagnosis, and anticipated LOS. Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to multi‑task and prioritize. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payers, patients, and their families. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with third‑party payers to obtain authorization for the appropriate treatment setting for patients requiring medical, psych, and chemical dependency treatment. Must be proficient in required competencies upon completion of orientation and maintain annual departmental competency requirements. Ability to work collaboratively regardless of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Computer knowledge to include skills in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access).
Preferred: Knowledge of CCS/Medi‑Cal regulations and requirements; Knowledge of clinical review and authorization requirements for Medi‑Cal. Ability to apply severity of illness/intensity of service pediatric criteria to information extracted from clinical documentation. Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Licensure
Required: Registered Nurse – CA (RN).
Preferred: Ped Emerg Assess Recog & Stabil (PEARS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Basic Life Support (BLS).
Work Environments – Functional Demand Light – Moderate energy level. Lift and carry 25‑35 lbs. Push/pull 50‑100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).
Physical Activity Requirements Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation.
Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%; Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%.
Sensory Requirements Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision.
Environment Requirements Airborne Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations.
Non-Discrimination Statement CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another of our opportunities.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Work Location Orange, California
Work Shift Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Job Summary The Ambulatory Care Manager utilizes the nursing process to help members/families that have experienced a critical event or have a diagnosis requiring extensive resources. This part‑time position (20 hours per week) focuses on delivering care efficiently and cost‑effectively to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Additional hours may become available in the future.
Pay Range Minimum: $52.93; Midpoint: $70.13; Maximum: $87.32
Experience
Required: Minimum two (2) years of pediatric nursing experience and/or case management experience.
Preferred: Three (3) years of pediatric nursing experience and/or case management, care coordination, or transition of care.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) Education.
Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing or master’s degree in a health‑related field from an accredited school.
Training
Required: None required.
Preferred: Certification in Utilization Review and/or Case Management Certified Pediatric Nurse.
Specialized Skills
Required: Ability to work effectively under pressure due to changing priorities. Excellent interpersonal communication, including conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Clinical knowledge of multiple age groups, medical illness, and treatment plans according to disease process, diagnosis, and anticipated LOS. Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to multi‑task and prioritize. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payers, patients, and their families. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with third‑party payers to obtain authorization for the appropriate treatment setting for patients requiring medical, psych, and chemical dependency treatment. Must be proficient in required competencies upon completion of orientation and maintain annual departmental competency requirements. Ability to work collaboratively regardless of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Computer knowledge to include skills in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access).
Preferred: Knowledge of CCS/Medi‑Cal regulations and requirements; Knowledge of clinical review and authorization requirements for Medi‑Cal. Ability to apply severity of illness/intensity of service pediatric criteria to information extracted from clinical documentation. Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Licensure
Required: Registered Nurse – CA (RN).
Preferred: Ped Emerg Assess Recog & Stabil (PEARS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Basic Life Support (BLS).
Work Environments – Functional Demand Light – Moderate energy level. Lift and carry 25‑35 lbs. Push/pull 50‑100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).
Physical Activity Requirements Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation.
Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%; Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant 67% or more, Frequent 36‑66%, Occasional 0‑35%.
Sensory Requirements Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision.
Environment Requirements Airborne Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations.
Non-Discrimination Statement CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another of our opportunities.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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