What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem - Patient Advocate position at Canyon Ridge Hospital?
Responsibilities:
At Canyon Ridge Hospital we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addiction, and suicide affects millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to be a leader in behavioral healthcare, dedicated to excellent service in the community.
Canyon Ridge Hospital has serviced the Greater Inland Empire since 1989. Canyon Ridge is a 157-bed acute, locked psychiatric facility offering services to adolescents ages 13-17, adults and older adults.
We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment. For some, anxiety or drug dependence looks different from others with the same diagnoses, and in some cases, behavioral health and substance use disorders occur simultaneously. In these cases of dual diagnosis, we treat the patients in the best way possible given their specific needs.
The Patient Advocate Ensures a Patient Advocacy Program that meets all regulatory requirements while preserving and protecting the legal rights of Hospital patients. Provides regular communication with CNO as concerns / grievances are being handled.
EEO Statement
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Canyon Ridge Hospital is currently seeking a compassionate and talented Patient Advocate to join our team.
At Canyon Ridge Hospital we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addiction, and suicide affects millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to be a leader in behavioral healthcare, dedicated to excellent service in the community.
Canyon Ridge Hospital has serviced the Greater Inland Empire since 1989. Canyon Ridge is a 157-bed acute, locked psychiatric facility offering services to adolescents ages 13-17, adults and older adults.
We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment. For some, anxiety or drug dependence looks different from others with the same diagnoses, and in some cases, behavioral health and substance use disorders occur simultaneously. In these cases of dual diagnosis, we treat the patients in the best way possible given their specific needs.
The Patient Advocate Ensures a Patient Advocacy Program that meets all regulatory requirements while preserving and protecting the legal rights of Hospital patients. Provides regular communication with CNO as concerns / grievances are being handled.
- Competitive Compensation
- Canyon Ridge Hospital provides a challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Two years of previous experience preferred; or other healthcare related field; experience in psychiatric setting
- College level reading, writing, and math skills; excellent telephone usage skills and strong verbal skills. Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory standards.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate above average; interpersonal and communication skills, organization skills, decision-making skills, planning and problem solving skills.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.
For more information about Canyon Ridge Hospital, go to our website at www.canyonridgehospital.com
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Salary: Starting from $21.00 to $28.00 an hourSalary : $21 - $28