Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a UR Coordinator to join our team!
Deliverables/Principal Results Expected:
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent and ethical when dealing with clients, staff and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission. EOE
Requirements
Education, Experience:
Associate Degree or equivalent required; Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health or RN is preferred. Intermediate knowledge of computer skills and the internet, Microsoft Office experience, Excel- Intermediate level, Word- Intermediate level. 3-5 years’ experience in Utilization Review or related position in a healthcare setting.
Technical Competencies:
Provide the company with accurate information to ensure full financial coverage for each client day. Provide the referral source(s) with timely information to ensure good customer focus. Maintain client confidentiality and provide a safe therapeutic treatment. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations. Knowledge of facility contracts and agreements. Knowledge of medical terminology, appeal and denial process, composition of medical records. Knowledge of data entry (primarily Excel) and mathematics. Knowledge of pre-certification process and ASAM. Knowledge of CARF standards, release of information and confidentiality. Knowledge of DSM V, private care managers and county referral sources.
Job-related Behavioral Characteristics:
Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, confidentiality, strong social communication skills, time-management, organized. Must possess skills to communicate effectively and interact well with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information, working well in an individual/ group problem solving situation, and showing initiative in problem solving. Maintains professionalism and does not show favoritism. Maintains consistency with clients, staff, visitors, and the public. Ability to handle a crisis situation and react appropriately. Flexibility and adaptable. Ability to make decisions in an objective and ethical manner. Calm and decisive in crisis situations. Ability to sustain a team environment, drive continuous improvement projects, confidentiality, excellent problem-solving skills and excellent communicator within the team framework. Self-starter, takes initiative.
Benefits