Admissions/Assessment Clinician - Night Shift

Universal Health Services; Saint Simons Island (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Tuition savings

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking an Admissions Clinician for their facility in Saint Simons Island, Georgia. You will represent the first point of contact for patients seeking psychiatric care, conducting assessments and guiding them through the admissions process.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical plans, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in an inpatient setting.
• Two years in Intake/Triage/Admissions preferred.
• Computer proficient with extensive data entry experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients.
• Determine medical necessity and recommend care alternatives.
• Gather information for insurance providers and triage calls.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Psychosocial assessment

Data entry

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Responsibilities

St Simons By-the-Sea is a 101-bed behavioral health hospital specializing in psychiatric care and addiction treatment for adults and adolescents. Our team is dedicated to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based services in a supportive environment.

As an Admissions Clinician, you are the first point of connection for patients seeking care, guiding them through a compassionate, efficient, and clinically sound intake and admissions process.

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients presenting with psychiatric or behavioral health concerns, including voluntary and involuntary cases.
• Use clinical judgment to determine medical necessity and recommend alternative levels of care when appropriate.
• Gather and evaluate key information for insurance providers, including competing precertifications.
• Respond to and triage incoming calls, providing timely guidance and follow‑up to patients, families, and referral sources.

Benefits and Rewards

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi student loan refinancing program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
• Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience; inpatient setting preferred.
• Two years in Intake/Triage/Admissions preferred.
• Computer proficient with extensive data entry experience.

EEO Statement

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