Intake Coordinator - Various Shifts

Universal Health Services•Anchorage, AK

62d

About The Position

The Intake Coordinator is a key member of the NorthStar Behavioral Health Team who assists in conducting phone triage, and scheduling assessments for new and returning patients and follows-up and responds to all inquiries and referrals. The Intake Coordinator provides emergency psychiatric screening services to potential patients, other hospitals, referral sources, and community organizations. They work closely with the Intake Clinicians, physicians, referral sources, and other hospital departments to disseminate information with NSBHS and its services.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years' experience in the mental health or medical field.

Responsibilities

Responds to telephone and face-to-face inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health related services.
Identifies needs of callers and schedules clinical assessment when necessary.
Facilitates appropriate callers' access to optimal level of care within the system.
Documents all calls and related information in intake system; ensures forms are neat and legible, gathering all possible information.
Provides back-up coverage to units if necessary.
Reviews intake paperwork for appropriate dispositions and referral sources.
Communicates handbook (if applicable) and related policies clearly to potential patients and families and seeks feedback to assure a clear understanding.
Assists with admission procedures, obtains patient and other required signatures on admission paperwork, obtains various releases, including patient activity participation, immunization records, physician billing, insurance, and UR companies.
Verifies all documentation on after-hours admissions ensuring completion and accuracy.
Consistently obtains re-certification of Medicaid eligibility prior to admission and requests insurance verification from business office for third party.
Establishes and maintains positive relationships with patients, physicians, allied health professionals, and all referral sources.
Performs other duties as assigned.