Intake Specialist CBH

Overview

Carrus Behavioral Hospital is a new, state-of-the-art, 28-bed child and adolescent behavioral facility. We provide 24-hour inpatient behavioral care for patients ages 5 through 17 who require a safe and therapeutic environment. Our multidisciplinary team, led by a board-certified psychiatrist, provides evidence-based therapies tailored to the needs of each child, adolescent, and family, and our effective management teams ensure that the hospital runs smoothly and that every patient leaves satisfied.

• Responsible for intake functions for pre-admission, review of admission criteria and admission of patients with medical needs.
• Builds personal and trusting relationships with referral sources and department personnel.
• Maximizes clinical data collection to support the most appropriate MSDRG by utilizing knowledge of admission criteria, DRGs, utilization management and HIM coding.
• Reports to work in a timely manner and adheres to policies, procedures, and processes.
• Performs Other Job Duties As Needed And/or As Assigned.

• Requires good organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Requires the ability to work independently and to prioritize responsibilities.
• Experience in third party reimbursement, DRGs, coding and PPS reimbursement is preferred.
• Behavioral Health Experience Is Preferred.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English via verbal and written means.

• Requires MSW or QMHP.
• Current state LMSW, LCSW, or RN licensure is preferred.
• BLS certification is required upon hire.
• De-escalation training is required within 30 days of hire.