Responsibilities

River Oaks Hospital, located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient).

River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented UTILIZATION REVIEW COORDINATOR who Evaluates patient medical records to determine severity of patient’s illness and the appropriateness of level of care. Serves as liaison for patients and facility with insurance companies. Negotiates and advocates for patient length of stay and level of care. Coordinates utilization review activities with other departments to ensure reimbursement for services provided by the facility. Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of River Oaks Hospital. Performs duties in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.

Please visit riveroakshospital.com to submit your application today!

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Experience: 3-5 years clinical experience with a psychiatric mental health population desired.
• Education: Bachelors prepared healthcare professional (Nursing, Counseling, Psychology or Social Work). Masters preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Therapist or Social Worker (LPC/LMSW/LCSW) preferred.
• Working Knowledge: Possesses knowledge of psychiatric care, utilization review, insurance reimbursement procedures, DSM-V, etc. Current knowledge of regulating /accrediting agency guidelines. Basic knowledge of statistical analysis desired.
• Treat Everyone As a Guest
• Demonstrate Professionalism and Excellence in all things I do.
• Practice Teamwork

This opportunity provides the following:

- Challenging and rewarding work environment

- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

- Competitive Compensation

- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

- 401k plan with company match

- Generous Paid Time Off

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