ASSESSMENT COORD (MA/MSW)

Talentify; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Aiken Regional Medical Centers in Washington, DC, seeks an Assessment Coordinator to conduct compassionate interviews and clinical assessments for patients ages 5–65+. The role partners with the Business Office for financial onboarding and Utilization Review to secure admissions certifications.

A collaborative, fast-paced environment supports improving access and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or clinical mental health required.
• LPC or LICSW in DC license required.
• 1+ year experience in psychiatric/chemical dependency settings preferred.
• Intake/admissions experience in managed care setting
• Experience with referral agencies for patient support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and determine clinical disposition.
• Document patient responses and track admissions/discharges.
• Coordinate with supervisors for follow-ups and 24-hour coverage.
• Schedule evaluations within 24 hours and follow up on no-shows.

Skills

Compassionate interviewing

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Insurance navigation

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work / clinical mental health

LPC or LICSW in DC

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Open — Aiken Regional Medical Centers has a posting for this job. Posted 23 Aug 2026.

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. PIW is a 130 bed, short‑term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. PIW has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Situated in the safe, historical Tenleytown neighborhood, PIW is one mile from the Tenleytown Metro stop and within walking distance to local cafes and restaurants. Website: https://psychinstitute.com/

The Role: The Assessment Coordinator is a patient‑centered role supporting them and their families during some of their most important moments. This position serves as the first point of contact for individuals ages 5–65+, conducting compassionate interviews and clinically informed assessments to determine the best path forward for care. The Assessment Coordinator collaborates closely with our Business Office to ensure smooth financial onboarding and partner with Utilization Review to secure certifications for admitted patients. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values teamwork, and is motivated by making a real impact on patient access and experience, this is a role where you can truly shine.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments for all scheduled patients and determine appropriate clinical dispositions.
• Document patient responses, ensure completion of pre‑evaluation questionnaires, and maintain accurate admission/discharge tracking each shift.
• Coordinate daily with supervisors to prioritize follow‑ups, complex cases, tours, and workload for 24‑hour assessment coverage.
• Schedule diagnostic evaluations within 24 hours and confirm all appointments; follow up on no‑shows to support continuity of care.
• Provide patient support by explaining insurance benefits, completing financial arrangements, and orienting admitted patients to hospital expectations.
• Offer facility tours to prospective patients and their families; act as a patient advocate when needed.
• Manage referral communication, including obtaining referral source details, contacting clinicians, and thanking referral partners at admission.
• Review test‑call results and contribute to corrective action plans to improve service quality.
• Participate in admissions operations during night shifts, including census tracking and admissions processing.
• Support department functions through staff training, QA data collection and review, staff development initiatives, weekly meetings, and committee participation.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• 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.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

Requirements

• LPC or LICSW in the District of Columbia.
• Master's Degree in Social work or a clinical mental health field.
• One or more years of experience working in a psychiatric and chemical dependency setting.
• At least years of intake/admissions experience in a managed care setting.
• Experience working with referral agencies to provide patient support.
• BLS or CPR from the American Heart Association.
• Working knowledge of crisis intervention procedures.
• Working knowledge of voluntary admission and involuntary procedures for court commitment.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

About Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care inpatient facilities, behavioral health inpatient facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.