Clinical Admissions Navigator

Avenues Recovery; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center seeks an Admissions Review Specialist to join our Corporate Admissions team. This role reviews clinical referrals, assesses documentation, and determines level of care to ensure timely, accurate decision-making and a seamless admissions process.

This position requires clinical knowledge, ASAM Criteria familiarity, and strong communication to collaborate with coordinators and clinical staff, contributing to quality patient care from the first contact.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing clinical documentation and medical records.

Responsibilities

• Review referral documentation and clinical records to determine appropriate level of care.
• Collaborate with Admissions Coordinators to support the admissions process and answer clinical questions.
• Respond promptly to referral sources regarding clinical documentation and admission status.
• Assist in reviewing medical, psychiatric, and substance use history for incoming referrals.
• Work closely with facility leadership, nursing, and clinical teams to facilitate appropriate admissions.
• Participate in regular meetings with facility clinical and medical leadership.
• Maintain a strong understanding of ASAM Criteria and evidence-based treatment recommendations.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation while maintaining compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.

Skills

Clinical documentation review

Medical terminology knowledge

ASAM Criteria knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work ethic

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Associate's degree with relevant experience

Tools

None

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center seeks an Admissions Review Specialist to join our Corporate Admissions team. This role reviews clinical referrals, assesses documentation, and determines level of care to ensure timely, accurate decision-making and a seamless admissions process.

This position requires clinical knowledge, ASAM Criteria familiarity, and strong communication to collaborate with coordinators and clinical staff, contributing to quality patient care from the first contact.