Care Manager Jobs in Colorado
Care Manager jobs in Colorado are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in managed care organizations, integrated health systems, and behavioral health networks, with openings at every level from entry-level case coordinators to senior population health managers. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora are the largest hiring centers, anchored by employers like Kaiser Permanente, UCHealth, and Centura Health, which maintain large care management teams across the state. The most sought-after specialties right now are behavioral health care management, Medicaid and Medicare managed care, and complex case management for chronically ill populations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Part timeShift:
Day-Weekend (United States of America)Address:
2525 S DOWNING STCity:
DENVERState:
ColoradoPostal Code:
80210Job Description:
This position works Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with an 8-hour shift on Friday and 10-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday, totaling 28 hours per week.
- Actively participates in multi-disciplinary rounds to review changes in patient status, progression and level of care, and discharge plans for all assigned patients to identify resources necessary at discharge and ensure a timely transition, escalating care delays to leadership as appropriate.
- Communicates with and educates patients and families regarding emotional, social, and financial impacts of illness and mobilizes family/community resources to meet identified needs while advocating for patient and family empowerment in making health care decisions and accessing needed services.
- Assesses readmitted patients for the patient’s and family’s perceived reasons for the readmission.
- Organizes and facilitates patient and family care conferences with the multidisciplinary team.
- Documents discharge planning evaluation, ongoing assessment, discharge plans, MDRs, barriers to progression of care, avoidable days, and patient and family needs according to standard work. Communicates with Payors patient’s needs for authorization for post-acute care as needed.
- Assesses patients’ and families’ wholistically for discharge planning needs in the inpatient, observation and/or emergency departments, including prior functioning, support systems, financial, and psychosocial in a timely fashion to avoid delays in discharge planning.
- Reviews the medical record, including medications, history and physical, labs, and progress notes and incorporates the clinical, social, and financial factors into the transition of care plan.
- Develops discharge plans with appropriate contingency plans throughout the hospital stay to ensure timely care coordination and progression of care, making arrangements for post-acute care services and facilities as well as community care for social needs.
- Leverages technology and follows standard work and best practices to communicate with post-acute care services and facilities to ensure patient care information is communicated for continuity of care, medical records are complete, and discharge reconciliation is accurate.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Leadership skills [Required]
- Process and Outcome data analysis skills [Required]
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills [Required]
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize levels of importance [Required]
- Customer service skills [Required]
- Ability to work and communicate with people of all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds; be flexible, open-minded and adaptable to change [Required]
- Effective organizational skills [Required]
- Computer proficiency with Outlook e-mail and electronic medical records [Required]
- Flexible in a complex and changing healthcare environment [Required]
- Knowledge of community resources and post-acute care programs across the continuum [Required]
- Knowledge of clinical and social factors that affect the patient's functional status at discharge [Required]
- Knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation for Discharge Planning [Required]
- Conflict management and resolution skills [Required]
- Teamwork principles [Required]
Education:
- Associates of Nursing [Required]
- Bachelors of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience:
- 2+ medical/hospital nursing experience [Required]
- Prior Care Management/Utilization Management experience [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Basic Life Support (BLS) [Preferred]
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) [Preferred]
- Accredited Case Manager (ACM) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
- Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem
Pay Range:
$35.39 - $65.82This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care manager jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado RN license or Colorado-recognized licensure as a social worker (LSW or LCSW)
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related health and human services field
- Certification in case management such as CCM from the Commission for Case Manager Certification
- Two or more years of clinical or direct care experience in a healthcare or community setting
- Familiarity with Colorado Medicaid managed care programs and state health coverage guidelines
- Proficiency with electronic health records and care coordination platforms used in Colorado systems
Care Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care manager in Colorado?
The most direct path is earning a clinical license in Colorado, either as a registered nurse through the Colorado Board of Nursing or as a licensed social worker through the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners, since most employers require one or the other. From there, candidates typically gain clinical experience in a hospital, community health, or managed care setting before pursuing the Certified Case Manager credential, which is the most widely recognized certification among Colorado employers.
Which companies hire care managers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring care managers in Colorado include Sunrise Senior Living, Intermountain Health, and Optum, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems and managed care plans generate the most consistent care manager openings in the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most care manager jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood have the most care manager openings in Colorado. The Denver metro dominates due to the concentration of major health systems, managed care organizations, and state agency offices headquartered there, while Colorado Springs draws significant volume from its military healthcare infrastructure and growing community health networks, and Aurora's density of hospital campuses and insurance operations adds further openings across the Front Range.
Are there remote care manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most clinical roles, because care management is largely phone-based and documentation-driven rather than hands-on. About 52% of care manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how well the role adapts to virtual settings. The functions most commonly done remotely are utilization review, telephonic case management, and care coordination for managed care or insurance plan members.
How can I get hired as a care manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in a care coordinator or patient navigator role, which large Colorado systems like UCHealth and Kaiser Permanente regularly post as stepping stones into full care management. Community health centers and Colorado county human services departments also hire case managers at the associate level with supervised hours counting toward licensure. Earning your Colorado clinical license early and completing a supervised internship through an accredited program gives candidates a measurable edge when applying to these entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to care manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to care manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across health systems, managed care plans, behavioral health organizations, and community agencies. Search the roles that fit your license type and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.
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