PATIENT ACCESS REGISTRAR - PD

Responsibilities Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health, a subsidiary of UHS, is a -bed treatment facility, conveniently located in beautiful Fort lauderdale, FL that specializes in the successful treatment of substance abuse and mental health issues for youth, adults and seniors. Our progressive team members in the fields of psychiatry, medicine, nursing, social services, education and activity therapy are all committed to provide compassionate, comprehensive care that uniquely fits the intensity and severity of each patient’s needs. This commitment extends to the family and community of our patients as a whole. We offer a continuum of mental health and addiction services through an integrated system of inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and ECT programs. Our overall goal is to provide the highest quality treatment possible for drug abuse and mental health issues in order to help our patients achieve good health and long-term sobriety. Fort Lauderdale BH is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Patient Access Registrar - PD Saturday, 1 - 12 Hour shift weekly Benefits for Patient Access Registrar (PAT) include : Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation (K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries! For more information, please visit our website at One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, our annual revenues were $10.77 billion in . In , UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in , ranked # on the Fortune ; and in , listed # in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 87, employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Education / Training : High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or higher degree preferred Experience : Minimum one year business office experience preferred in Health Care / Insurance Verification and Collections with computer knowledge and data entry skills. One year of related experience, with knowledge of patient care techniques regarding co-occurring, mentally ill, or chemically dependent patients with understanding of co-occurring disorders, preferred. Licensure / Certification : Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required or equivalent Current Florida Driver’s License (may be required to drive company van on occasion) Current CPR Certification Must pass competency exams within 90 days of hire. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours. Knowledge and Skills : Well organized Works independently Ability to make decisions under pressure and manage stress appropriately. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Good customer service skills Understands & practices effective motivational techniques. Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing. Demonstrates regular, required attendance. Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families.