Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Ball Ground (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Ball Ground, GA is seeking an Admissions Clerk to greet, screen and register patients, coordinate referrals, and manage initial data intake. You will collaborate with the Admissions Counselor to verify criteria and schedule assessments, while responding to inquiries and ensuring timely paperwork for patient flow.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; a Bachelor's degree is required, CPR and related certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ year experience in healthcare admissions.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; First aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register new patients upon arrival with professionalism.
• Review admissions against criteria in collaboration with Admissions Counselor.
• Schedule assessments for voluntary patients and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Handle clerical duties, data entry and phone calls efficiently.
• Coordinate with referrals and arrange transportation as needed.
• Ensure all patient information is collected and processed for admission.

Skills

Healthcare admissions experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPR certification, First aid certification, De-escalation training

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Ball Ground, GA is seeking an Admissions Clerk to greet, screen and register patients, coordinate referrals, and manage initial data intake. You will collaborate with the Admissions Counselor to verify criteria and schedule assessments, while responding to inquiries and ensuring timely paperwork for patient flow.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; a Bachelor's degree is required, CPR and related certifications are preferred.