Step-Down Navigator
UHS
Summary
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire is seeking a Step-Down Navigator to meet with all eligible patients to inform them about the benefits of stepdown services as part of their continuum of care treatment. This role requires a deep understanding of the step-down process and strong coordination skills to facilitate seamless communication between departments, ensuring patients receive the appropriate support for their ongoing recovery.
Job description
Position Responsibilities
- Meet with all eligible patients to discuss the benefits of appropriate programming options and guide them through the step-down process as part of their comprehensive continuum of care.
- Assist in the development of strategies, goals and objectives related to the step-down process.
- Collect and enter data specific to the step-down process, including eligibility, referrals, refusals, and reasons for refusal or acceptance, identifying and reporting on trends.
- Coordinate with the Admissions Department, Clinical Services, Utilization Management, Business Office, and Outpatient Services on patient eligibility for programming options.
- Ensure that all aspects of the step-down process are followed: identification of eligible patients, insurance verification, treatment team approval etc.
- Assists facility leaders in identifying trends to continue program expansion and reduce barriers to treatment.
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- One (1) year experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Career Development
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.