PASRR Evaluator
Note: This is an Onsite position, where you will have the ability to work a flexible schedule. You must be licensed in CA (LCSW, RN, LMFT, LPCC, or LCP).
Who we need:
Your assessments will help individuals with mental illness receive the care that they need to be successful in nursing homes. In this very meaningful role, you will conduct assessments for individuals with mental illness needing services in nursing homes. This is a great opportunity for you to enhance your clinical expertise by learning from our experienced staff while improving lives
Responsibilities:
- Reviews and interprets patient records and compares against criteria to determine medical necessity and appropriateness of care; determines if the medical record documentation supports the need for services.
- Abstracts review related data/information accurately and timely on appropriate review tools by the appropriate means. Accurate and timely submission of all administrative and review-related documents to appropriate parties.
- Performs ongoing reassessment of the review process to offer opportunities for improvement and/or change.
- Foster positive and professional relationships and act as liaison with internal and external customers to ensure effective working relationships and team building in order to facilitate the review process.
- Responsible for attending training and scheduled meetings and for maintenance and use of current/updated information for review.
- Maintains medical records confidentiality at all times through proper use of computer passwords, maintenance of secured files, and adherence to HIPAA policies.
- Utilizes proper telephone etiquette and judicious use of other verbal and written communications, following Client policies, procedures, and guidelines
The list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Qualifications
- Active license in good standing in the State of California (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, LCP)
- Graduation from an accredited College with a relevant Degree Program.
- At least three (3) years of mental health experience within the past five (5) years involving direct patient care presenting a mental health diagnosis is required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Medical record abstracting skills are required.
- Knowledge of the organization of medical records, medical terminology, and disease processes is required.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills are required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Flexibility and strong organizational skills are needed.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet/web navigation
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