Intake Clinician — Behavioral Health Admissions

Oceans Healthcare; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Healthcare seeks an Intake Clinician at Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco to manage admissions inquiries, collect required information, and facilitate admissions decisions. The role emphasizes accurate data collection, collaboration with providers, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies.

The position requires a master’s degree in behavioral health or RN and experience with crisis or intake processes.

Qualifications

• Must understand admission criteria for varying levels of care and community resources.
• Must possess interpersonal skills to develop rapport with patients and referral sources.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge to assess care appropriate to age-related needs.
• Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Processes admission requests from outside referral agencies and the community.
• Reviews clinical packets and criteria for admission suitability.
• Completes Level of Care Assessments/Evaluations.
• Collaborates with On-Call Provider to determine disposition for patients.
• Maintains documentation within electronic medical record and internal systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health or RN

Job description

Oceans Healthcare seeks an Intake Clinician at Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco to manage admissions inquiries, collect required information, and facilitate admissions decisions. The role emphasizes accurate data collection, collaboration with providers, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies.

The position requires a master’s degree in behavioral health or RN and experience with crisis or intake processes.