UM COORDINATOR (FT)

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital, a 174-bed private psychiatric center in Orlando, FL, seeks an Utilization Review Coordinator to perform admission and concurrent reviews, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective patient care. The role works with physicians and social services to document care and complete Medicare audits.

The position requires a master’s degree in a related field, 3–5 years chart analysis experience, and an FL license preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, mental health counseling, social work or related field.
• Bachelor’s in Nursing is preferred.
• 3–5 years of chart analysis and utilization review experience in psychiatry/chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission and concurrent review of patients to ensure quality care and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with physicians and social services to document patient care accurately.
• Complete Medicare B-Tag audits and ensure compliance.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments of newly admitted patients.
• Develop updates or re-assessments of patient status.
• Communicate with families and significant others; provide education and advocacy.
• Coordinate with community social/mental health agencies regarding pre-admission status.
• Work as part of the treatment team in developing and implementing treatment plans.

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

3–5 years chart analysis/utilization review experience

FL license (RN/LSCW/LMHC/LMFT) preferred

Strong verbal and written communication

Job description

Responsibilities

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital is a 174-bed, private psychiatric center located in Orlando, FL. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency services. Central Florida Behavioral Hospital offers a full continuum of care including inpatient treatment services for children, adolescents and adults; and partial hospitalization, intensive out-patient and ECT services for adults. Our treatment philosophy is based on a team approach that treats patients with dignity and respect, while delivering high-quality care.

Job Description

Central Florida Behavioral Hospital is a 174-bed, private psychiatric center located in Orlando, FL. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency services. Central Florida Behavioral Hospital offers a full continuum of care including inpatient treatment services for children, adolescents and adults; and partial hospitalization, intensive out-patient and ECT services for adults. Our treatment philosophy is based on a team approach that treats patients with dignity and respect, while delivering high-quality care.

Website: www.centralfloridabehavioral.com

Must be available to attend the full hospital and departmental orientations: Week 1: M-F 8 AM - 5 PM

Position Summary

The Utilization Review Coordinator performs admission and concurrent review of patients. Assures optimum quality of patient care in the most cost-effective manner. Works closely with the Physicians and the Social Services department to ensure quality of documentation of patient care. Completes Medicare B-Tag audits.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Psychosocial assessment of newly admitted patients
• Developing an update or detailed re-assessment of the patient
• High-social risk case finding
• Contact with family and others significant in the patient’s life
• Patient and family education
• Support and advocacy
• Coordination/liaison with community-based social and mental health agency(ies) regarding the pre-admission status of the patient
• Member of the treatment team in development of treatment planning and subsequent planned interventions.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work or other related field. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in chart analysis and utilization review in the psychiatric and chemical dependency filed preferred.
• Valid FL license, e.g., RN, LSCW, LMHC or LMFT preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills required to communicate in a clear and concise manner with patients, physicians, staff and administration.
• Stable emotional makeup required to work in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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