Clinical Assessor (RN-Travel/Hybrid)

Acentra Health; Peachland; On-site; CAD 109,374 - 113,636; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Educational assistance

Discounts

Job summary

Acentra Health is seeking a Clinical Assessor based in NC with a Hybrid work model, combining home office work and travel to assessment sites. The role focuses on eligibility determinations for PCS and CAP programs, and LOC assessments to support community living.

The ideal candidate holds an NC RN or LCSW license, has 2+ years of nursing experience, and is comfortable traveling 60 miles. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication are valued.

Qualifications

• Requires NC RN or LCSW license.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience.
• Willingness to travel up to a 60‑mile radius.
• Experience with PCS or HCBS waiver assessments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs‑based eligibility determinations under the Personal Care Services (PCS) program for NC Medicaid beneficiaries requiring assistance with ADLs.
• Perform assessments for the Community Alternatives (CAP) Program, identifying cost‑neutral community‑based options for beneficiaries at risk of institutionalization.
• Complete level‑of‑care (LOC) assessments to help individuals remain in or return to home or community settings.
• Work independently with limited supervision, coordinating with other staff, healthcare professionals, patients, and families.

Skills

Nurse license

LCSW license

Travel readiness

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

RN or LCSW license in NC

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact. Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. We invite you to embrace our mission and take ownership of your work every day, driving better outcomes in the public sector.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

We are looking for a Clinical Assessor to join our team. The role is based in Anson and Union County, North Carolina, and involves a hybrid work model: working from a home office while traveling up to 60 miles to assessment locations in the region.

• Conduct needs‑based eligibility determinations under the Personal Care Services (PCS) program for NC Medicaid beneficiaries requiring assistance with ADLs.
• Perform assessments for the Community Alternatives (CAP) Program, identifying cost‑neutral community‑based options for beneficiaries at risk of institutionalization.
• Complete level‑of‑care (LOC) assessments to help individuals remain in or return to home or community settings.
• Work independently with limited supervision, coordinating with other staff, healthcare professionals, patients, and families.

Qualifications

Required

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license in North Carolina.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Willingness to travel up to a 60‑mile radius.

Preferred

• Experience with community‑based individuals requiring assistance with ADLs and IADLs.
• Experience conducting PCS or HCBS waiver assessments.
• 2+ years of home healthcare or case‑management experience in the health or medical field.
• Knowledge of North Carolina Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policy (3L and 3K series), PCS program provider manual, and related standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and relevant web‑based software.
• Strong communication, detail orientation, and independent work skills.

Benefits

Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Pay Range

USD $77,000 – $80,000 per year.