Patient Service Representative (Unit Coordinator) - Harrisburg, PA (full-time, Part-time, PRN) - Connections Health Solutions

***All positions available - Full-time, part-time, PRN***

**Shift differentials available for night and weekends**

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.

Connections has built a model that combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment that gets people connected to community-based resources and back to their lives faster.  Our aim is for solutions, not just stop-gaps. Real support, not restriction.  We have proven that our model improves access, creates hope and makes the behavioral health crisis system work better, and we’re finding better ways to do it every day.

Our story

Originally founded by two emergency room psychiatrists, Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, Connections Health Solutions brings 30 years of experience serving individuals in crisis and operates two of the nation’s largest and most studied crisis response centers and is currently expanding to more states.  Since opening our doors, we have provided care and treatment for hundreds of thousands of individuals in crisis.

                                                          *** Full-time, Part-time, PRN available***

What You'll Do:

The Patient Services Representative (Unit Coordinator) provides essential administrative and clerical support to clinical services, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the unit. Responsibilities include overseeing individual registration, verifying insurance, managing office tasks, tracking unit census, and coordinating with clinical staff to optimize unit operations.

• Individual Registration and Insurance Verification:
  • Register individuals for services, including verifying Medicaid eligibility, health plan enrollment, and other third-party insurance confirmations. Collect necessary authorizations and release of information documents. Schedule appointments as needed.
• Collaboration with Clinical Team:
  • Work closely with the clinical team to communicate any concerns regarding an individual’s psychiatric or medical presentation to the appropriate discipline.
• Visitor and Security Management:
  • Greet and receive visitors, maintaining security protocols by monitoring the logbook, issuing visitor badges, and ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Electronic Health Record Management:
  • Accurately oversee and update the episode of care in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Coordinate the discharge process with other inpatient facilities and manage records within the EHR system.
• Clinical Records and Communication:
  • Obtain and manage clinical records/documents as requested. Communicate relevant information to physicians, nurses, and clinical team members. Coordinate with other providers to facilitate discharges and transfers.
• Involuntary Process Assistance:
  • Assist with the 302 involuntary processes, serving as a liaison between departments and ensuring effective communication across multiple disciplines involved in individual care.
• Unit Operations and Supplies:
  • Coordinate the ordering of individual meals, equipment, and maintain necessary unit supplies for daily operations.
• Customer Service and Support:
  • Promote a welcoming environment through excellent customer service. Serve as a resource for families, visitors, and vendors, addressing their needs and inquiries.
• Telephone Management:
  • Answer incoming calls, provide information, transfer calls, and take messages as necessary to ensure smooth communication.
• Additional Duties:
  • Perform all other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the unit.

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• 1 year of exceptional service customer service-oriented work experience
• 3 years of clerical experience
• Current Notary or have the ability to become a notary within the first 90 days. 
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• Must pass the following background checks:
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
  • Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

It would be great if you had:

•   Previous behavioral health experience

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• Online Subscription to Headspace, a digital mindfulness and meditation platform
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

The standard hiring range for this position in Harrisburg, PA is $18.50 to $22.00 per hour. The exact compensation will be based on factors such as years of experience, competency, and skill level.

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Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.