RN or Clinical Social Worker- Senior Behavioral Health Unit - Intake Coordinator/UM Specialist
Company: Willamette Valley Medical Center
Location: Mcminnville
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where
you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.
Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care,
full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and
certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation
Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of
Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the
Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and
outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy,
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardio Pulmonary Services, Therapy
Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer
Center. Where We Are: McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the
rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland
and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty
and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience
award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique
art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community
events. We invite you to explore our community through these local
sites. Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K
Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off /
Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee
Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness
assistance Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified
applicants And much more--- Position Summary: This individual is
responsible for working with internal and external customers to
identify patients appropriate for admission to the Behavioral
Health Unit. The individual is responsible for conducting a crisis
assessment as identified in the essential job specific functions.
Coordinates utilization management reviews for all assigned
inpatient,follows patients throughout the continuum of care and
ensures optimum utilization of resources, service delivery and
compliance with external review agencies. Obtains authorizations
for services, coordinates peer-to-peer reviews for assigned
caseload. Understands medical necessity criteria and faciliates
accurate and timely documentation to support advocacy of services.
- Coordinates closely with Provider, Nursing, and Clinical
Services. Minimum Qualifications: Current RN licensure in the state
of Oregon or License Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of
Oregon required Experience in either adult or geriatric psychiatric
program or Medical Surgical Program preferred Minimum one year
experience in Utilization Management preferred and/or
intake/admissions coordination for a psychiatric or similar program
preferred Obtain BLS certification within three months of hire and
maintain as current De-escalation training within ninety days of
hire and maintain as current Job Functions: Gathers and organizes
referral documents. Presents appropriate referrals to provider for
consideration of admission and assures all pre-admission steps are
completed if admitted. Maintains unit referral logs. Other duties
as assigned. Obtains prior auth as appropriate and then works with
patients insurance to continue to have auth throughout stay Work
with sending facilities to assure transportation has been arranged
Participates in the responsible management of all
departmental/hospital resources . Writes appeal letters as needed
Participates as a contributory member of the interdisciplinary
team, including contributing to the wellness, safety and
maintenance of the overall unit environment. works with community
agencies to grow and maintain a healthy collaborative working
relationship Assists in patient throughput from within WVMC when
appropriate. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate sound
judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all
times Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize Computer
skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Electronic medical records software
Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
Creativity, problem analysis and decision making Promotes a
positive environment and attitude Ability to therapeutically work
with possible physically and verbally aggressive patients. EEOC
Statement: Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to
providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and
employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting
discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment
because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin,
disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual
orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by
applicable federal, state or local law. WVMC is an Affirmative
Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special need or
seek accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process,
please contact us at (503) 472-6131.
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