UC Irvine · 7 hours ago
Mental Health Administrative Specialist
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26.44/hr - $32.24/hr
2+ years expUC Irvine is a prestigious university ranked among the nation’s top public universities, known for its academic achievement and innovation. The Mental Health Administrative Specialist is responsible for coordinating patient services and supporting the treatment process for patients under psychiatric care at the Student Health Center, working collaboratively with various healthcare professionals.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinating patient services, particularly in complex cases, to support the treatment process for patients under psychiatric care at the Student Health Center
Providing timely coordination of quality health care services to meet the individual patient’s specific health care needs in a cost effective manner
Acting as a collaborative team member with Psychiatric staff, Front and Back Office staff, Nursing, other physicians and other building units in coordinating patient needs in the continuum of care
Serving other patients of the Student Health Center in care coordination
Qualification
Required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with appropriate professional boundaries
Understanding of psychiatry service, health care delivery and sensitivity about treatment stigma
Understanding of transitional-aged youth
High level practice and knowledge about office software
Responsible work-ethic, with attention to detail and independent motivation
Timely, accurate documentation and efficient organizational skills
Ability to manage 'difficult customers' by phone and in a face-to-face setting
Ability to multitask, following through on multiple projects simultaneously
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Preferred
General knowledge about CPT, ICD 9/10, DSM IV and DSM 5
Efficient advanced computer skills
Medical Assistant Certification, Licensed Vocational Nurse Licensure, Psychiatric Technician
Two year experience in medical office or university unit regarding health care or student affairs
Benefits
Medical insurance
Sick and vacation time
Retirement savings plans
Access to a number of discounts and perks
Company
UC Irvine
UC Irvine
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anand Gala
CEO Roundtable Member
Bob Romney
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