Summary

Serves as the first point of contact for referral sources and potential patients to schedule assessments and/or admissions. Thoroughly assesses and completes the assessment tool for all clients as required by Three Rivers Behavioral Health. Assist clients in being admitted or referred out to the service or resource to best address their needs. Documenting findings, recommendations and outcome. Triage, insurance precertification, computer entry and data analysis & clinical documentation. The position is Monday – Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.

Job description

Job Summary

Serves as the first point of contact for referral sources and potential patients to schedule assessments and/or admissions. Thoroughly assesses and completes the assessment tool for all clients as required by Three Rivers Behavioral Health. Assist clients in being admitted or referred out to the service or resource to best address their needs. Documenting findings, recommendations and outcome. Triage, insurance precertification, computer entry and data analysis & clinical documentation. The position is Monday – Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with coworkers, referral sources, transportation personnel, patients, and their families
Must be able to respond immediately to crisis situations concerning patients and/or family members
Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions, such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic

Requirements

Masters degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work OR ADN/BSN and current SC RN License
Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting
Knowledge of hospital admission functions, psychological assessment and risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses symptomology, basic chemical dependency, age specific growth and development and crisis and behavior management preferred
Understanding of EMTALA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and third-party payer knowledge preferred
Ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another
Must be flexible and not easily frustrated in dealing with differences of opinion
Strong verbal & written communication skills
Detail oriented & strong computer skills
Must be able to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations
Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Benefits

Career development opportunities
Competitive compensation
Generous paid time off
Medical, Dental & Vision
Prescription drug plan
Employee assistance program
401(k) with company match
Discounted stock plan
Pet insurance
SoFi student loan refinancing
Tuition assistance
Employee referral program

Company overview

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.