Psychiatric Admissions Referral Coordinator

2 days ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States University of Maryland Medical System Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Psychiatric Admissions Referral Specialist to join our team at the University of Maryland Medical System. As a key member of our psychiatric transfer center, you will play a critical role in coordinating referrals to inpatient psychiatry units, ensuring seamless patient flow and bed utilization.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Coordinate psychiatric transfer center operations, maintaining service line/unit-specific lists for referrals to inpatient psychiatry units in compliance with EMTALA regulations.
  2. Determine capacity for admissions to maximize patient flow and bed utilization.
  3. Review cases for admission and facilitate high-volume incoming and outgoing calls to support PARC operations.
  4. Manage document flow, including building encounter shells in Epic and obtaining inpatient initial insurance authorization.
  5. Process Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)/Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) referrals and initial authorization.
  6. Serve as Hospital Presenter (involuntary admission hearings or clinical review panels) or Rights Lay Advisor (clinical review panels) as designated by the PARC Manager.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  1. A Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, or a related health and human services field.
  2. One year of experience in a hospital or psychiatric treatment setting, preferably with a strong understanding of psychiatric illnesses, including DSM/ICD diagnostic categories and disorders, and psychotropic medications.
  3. Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  4. Proficiency in the use of technology, including electronic medical records systems (Epic), Microsoft Office applications, and secure communication tools.
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.



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