Clinical Admissions & Care Coordination Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Brooklyn Heights (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a clinical admissions professional to facilitate admissions, conduct intake assessments, and support utilization review to ensure appropriate levels of care. The role requires management of pre-admission activities, coordination with medical staff, and ensuring accurate medical records for authorization.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a social services field or RN and have 1+ year experience in mental/behavioral health, with CPR certification and state licensure

Qualifications

• Master's in social services or RN preferred.
• 1+ year experience in mental/behavioral health.
• Current state licensure, as applicable.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be preferred based on state/facility.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries about the facility within policy timeframes.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Coordinate admissions and transfers between referrals and levels of care.
• Complete pre-admission assessments with physicians and family communications.
• Prepare and maintain medical record documentation for payor authorization.
• Admit patients and complete forms; ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

Skills

1+ years experience in mental/behavior

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree in social services or RN preferred

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a clinical admissions professional to facilitate admissions, conduct intake assessments, and support utilization review to ensure appropriate levels of care. The role requires management of pre-admission activities, coordination with medical staff, and ensuring accurate medical records for authorization.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a social services field or RN and have 1+ year experience in mental/behavioral health, with CPR certification and state licensure