Lotus Case Manager / Intake Coordinator

Universal Health Services•Radcliff, KY

52d•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nations' largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory care centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System is a 140-bed hospital offering inpatient services for adolescents, adults and their families. Care is given by registered nurses 24 hours a day alongside a quality team composed of psychiatrists, addictionologists, licensed therapists, certified alcohol and drug counselors, activity therapists, mental health techs and teachers. Since 1986, Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System has been a proven provider in mental health and substance abuse. At Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System, we employ dedicated professionals who desire a challenging and exciting career. At the end of the day, they want to know they really made a positive difference in someone's life. That opportunity is available for you. Come join a team of professionals that administer quality patient care in a family-oriented environment. This opportunity provides the following: The Lotus Case Manager/Intake Coordinator is responsible for performing a variety of duties within case management, utilization review, and community correspondence in the inpatient setting. These include, but are not limited to, daily contacts with Lotus referral sources and Third-Party payers, discharge planning and aftercare coordination. The Lotus Case Manager/Intake Coordinator will be a liaison between the acute and Lotus adolescent female programs.

Requirements

Excellent judgment and clinical skills are essential for this position
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Graduate from a four year college or university with a degree in a clinical field.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute

Responsibilities

Managing Lotus calls, referrals and care coordination
Works with Lotus patients on any case management items that may come up
Responsible for attending off-site activities related to treatment needs
Works with clinical team to assist with communication with DCBS and discharge planning
Assists in discharge planning preparation as the liaison as patient is finishing programming materials
Assists with graduations on the unit and assists with the discharge plan when a patient is graduating or discharging from program
Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate with community partners, clients and staff
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize the multiple demands of the position and is able to accurately follow instructions
Understands the documentation requirements and completes these requirements in a timely fashion