Admissions Coordinator - Behavioral Health

Southcoast Behavioral Health; Faunce Corner (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcoast Behavioral Health in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is seeking a Full-Time Admissions Assistant to manage patient admissions and registrations. You will greet patients, handle paperwork, coordinate with insurance, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The 3:00 PM–11:30 PM shift offers competitive pay and a collaborative environment for adult and geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Social Services field is a plus.
• One or more years’ experience in healthcare preferred.
• CPR certification required (training available on hire).
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register new patients and those transporting patients on arrival.
• Handle clerical duties including paperwork, data entry, and phone calls.
• Explain admission forms and notify clinical staff of patient arrival.
• Ensure timely completion of admission processes and distribute necessary paperwork.
• Coordinate with behavioral or medical staff for patient appointments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and registration data.
• Provide safe, empathetic, and professional patient interactions.
• Assist with patient safety, conduct basic safety checks, and document observations.
• Support transport coordination and assist with incident follow-up paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Social Services background a plus

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Southcoast Behavioral Health in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is seeking a Full-Time Admissions Assistant to manage patient admissions and registrations. You will greet patients, handle paperwork, coordinate with insurance, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The 3:00 PM–11:30 PM shift offers competitive pay and a collaborative environment for adult and geriatric care.