Behavioral Health Admissions & Placement Specialist

Aspirus, Inc; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day one

Full benefits packages

Retirement plan with match

Wellness program

Job summary

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital in Rhinelander, WI seeks a Behavioral Health Placement Specialist who will oversee patient placement across the system, coordinate transfers and guide referring facilities to the correct physician. You will ensure timely assessments and maintain EMTALA compliance while adapting to a rapidly changing environment.

The role requires nursing or behavioral health training, 3 years of behavioral health experience, and an active Wisconsin RN or related license with BLS.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices is normally acquired through completion of a nursing program or behavioral health program.
• Associate's degree is required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three years of experience in a behavioral health setting is required.
• Active Wisconsin RN nursing license or behavioral health related license is required; BLS certification or within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Understand and uphold Aspirus Health policies; support professional practice and healthy work environment.
• Coordinate day-to-day behavioral health patient placement across the Aspirus Health System.
• Manage transfer logistics for patients within and outside the system; guide referring facilities to the appropriate physician.
• Ensure acceptance or disposition planning and EMTALA compliance in the behavioral health workflow.

Skills

Patient care standards

Collaborative teamwork

Multidisciplinary communication

Education

Associate's degree in nursing or behavioral health

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Wisconsin RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital in Rhinelander, WI seeks a Behavioral Health Placement Specialist who will oversee patient placement across the system, coordinate transfers and guide referring facilities to the correct physician. You will ensure timely assessments and maintain EMTALA compliance while adapting to a rapidly changing environment.

The role requires nursing or behavioral health training, 3 years of behavioral health experience, and an active Wisconsin RN or related license with BLS.