Behavioral Health RN Admissions Coordinator

Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plan

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Discounted stock plan

Job summary

Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services is seeking an RN Psychiatric Assessment Coordinator in Birmingham, AL, for full-time admissions/intake duties. The role involves coordinating admissions, reviewing labs for medical appropriateness, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to complete intake assessments.

The position requires a current Alabama RN license; licensure in LICSW/LMSW/LPC or similar is a plus. 8 business days orientation from 8a-4p is required.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Alabama required.
• Ability to provide orientation and continuing education with co-workers.
• Experience in intake or psychiatric settings (inpatient/outpatient) preferred.
• Strong communication skills via telephone or in person.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Admissions/Intake processes.
• Review labs to ensure medical appropriateness for admissions.
• Dispossition coordination with Physician and Unit Charge Nurse.
• Complete admission process including Intake assessments.
• Communicate with financial counselors regarding financial issues.
• Assist with nursing assessment review.

Skills

RN license Alabama

Orientation delivery

Interpersonal communication

Clerical/computer literacy

Insurance benefits verification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services is seeking an RN Psychiatric Assessment Coordinator in Birmingham, AL, for full-time admissions/intake duties. The role involves coordinating admissions, reviewing labs for medical appropriateness, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to complete intake assessments.

The position requires a current Alabama RN license; licensure in LICSW/LMSW/LPC or similar is a plus. 8 business days orientation from 8a-4p is required.