Admissions Mental Health Tech

Shannon Health; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Health in Texas is seeking an Intake Coordinator to work closely with the Admissions Registered Nurse to coordinate admissions, provide direct and indirect patient care, and perform a range of clerical and nonclinical tasks to support patient care.

The role requires 2+ years in mental health or related fields, BLS certification within 90 days, and SAFE Level III certification within six months. You will help ensure smooth admissions, confidentiality, and compliance with care protocols.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in Mental Health, Social Services, and/or Behavioral Science.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within ninety (90) days of start date.
• SAFE Approach Level III Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate aspects of the Admissions Process
• Receive and direct Inquiry calls and referrals
• Processing of referrals for possible admission
• Collaborate with Admissions Nurse to facilitate admission process
• Log/Track referrals through electronic referral system
• Assist Admissions Nurse in reviewing of EMR to determine appropriateness of possible admission
• Bed Board monitoring
• Insurance Verification
• Schedule Admission Assessments
• Check Patients In/Out
• Patient safety monitoring and observation
• Direct patient care while in the Intake department
• Search and document patient belongings
• Clean/Prepare Intake assessment rooms
• Obtain Admission Consents
• Obtain and Upload Collateral/Supporting Documentation
• Admission Chart Audits
• Stock Admission Supplies
• Demonstrates knowledge of vital signs, acquisitions, and reporting.
• Demonstrate knowledge/use of medical detector to wand patients for contraband
• Maintain knowledge of relevant care protocols, adhere to facility policies, and support quality improvement goals while ensuring confidentiality.

Job description

Works closely with the Admissions Registered Nurse to coordinate aspects of the admissions process, including direct and indirect patient care. Performs a variety of clerical duties and nonclinical tasks to support the provision of patient care.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Coordinate aspects of the Admissions Process
• Receive and direct Inquiry calls and referrals
• Processing of referrals for possible admission
• Collaborate with Admissions Nurse to facilitate admission process
• Log/Track referrals through electronic referral system
• Assist Admissions Nurse in reviewing of EMR to determine appropriateness of possible admission
• Bed Board monitoring
• Insurance Verification
• Schedule Admission Assessments
• Check Patients In/Out
• Patient safety monitoring and observation
• Direct patient care while in the Intake department
• Search and document patient belongings
• Clean/Prepare Intake assessment rooms
• Obtain Admission Consents
• Obtain and Upload Collateral/Supporting Documentation
• Admission Chart Audits
• Stock Admission Supplies
• Demonstrates knowledge of vital signs, acquisitions, and reporting.
• Demonstrate knowledge/use of medical detector to wand patients for contraband
• Maintain knowledge of relevant care protocols, adhere to facility policies, and support quality improvement goals while ensuring confidentiality.
• Two or more years of experience (or educational equivalence) in Mental Health, Social Services, and/or Behavioral Science

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • SAFE Approach Level III Certification

Must obtain within six (6) months of start date