Location Detail: 129 Patricia M Genova (10004)

Shift Detail: 9-hr days, 4 days/week, no weekends/holidays. Onsite 1 yr, then hybrid possible based on performance and demonstrated mastery of role.

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Summary:

The BH Resource Coordinator is responsible for facilitating patient transitions to inpatient behavioral health beds by verifying accurate insurance information ,securing insurance precertification(s) utilizing a strong understanding of criteria for inpatient care, and when necessary doing bed searches to other facilities both within and outside the network to promote timely access to appropriate level of care. This person utilizes strong interpersonal and communication skills to assist in bed management activities as needed, is highly knowledgeable of network entity capabilities and can navigate bed management for uncomplicated bed placement needs.

Responsibilities:

Acts as a resource with expertise in managed care , stays updated in current practices and keeps colleagues informed of same.
Acts as expert in Epic registrations, auth cert., etc and acts as resource for staff as needed.
Ensures that criteria is met for inpatient level of care upon obtaining authorization
Thoroughly documents insurance information in Epic, including all details of auth cert.
Understands bed placement priorities as set by standard work
Maintains positive collaborative relationships with sending and receiving entities and professionals
Performs bed searches as directed, prioritizing in network facilities.
Document patients placed outside network and reasons for same.
Perform routine bed placement and registration when not busy with above activities
Consults with RN before placing patient
Negotiates single case agreements as necessary
Maintains H3W leadership behaviors and is accountable for all interactions
Models customer service standards and demonstrates value for all people in the work environment

Qualifications

Education: Masters Degree in Social Work required.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Current CT LCSW license required.

Experience: Minimum 5+ years experience in behavioral health field. Understanding of levels of care criteria, diagnostic nuances, and inpatient milieu concerns strongly preferred. Ability to navigate managed care systems in obtaining accurate BH insurance information.

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