Intake Coordinator PRN

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Shift differentials

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Intake Clinician to conduct assessments of behavioral health patients and determine appropriate levels of care. You will manage intake calls, coordinate admissions, and communicate with referral sources to streamline pre-admission procedures.

Responsibilities include liaising with insurance and business office staff, greeting families, ensuring a welcoming intake environment, documenting data for reporting, and maintaining compliance with

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in intake, admissions, or a clinical setting preferred.
• LPN/RN/LCSW licensure or eligibility required/preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to coordinate with referral sources.

Responsibilities

• Manages intake calls and follows up to ensure timely disposition for admissions.
• Conducts level-of-care assessments and schedules evaluations.
• Refers patients to alternative resources when necessary.
• Verifies insurance and coordinates with business office on payment details.
• Greets new admissions and families, providing information and reassurance.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Insurance verification

Documentation

Confidentiality

Data entry

Education

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

RN - Registered Nurse

LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Tools

EMR systems

Insurance verification software

Job description

Job Summary

The Intake Clinician conducts assessments of behavioral health patients to determine appropriate levels of care for potential patients and facilitates admissions or referrals based on clinical needs. This role includes coordinating communications with referral sources, managing pre-admission procedures, and ensuring a welcoming environment for patients and families during the intake process.

Position Type: PRN Days

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Shift differentials

Job Summary

The Intake Clinician conducts assessments of behavioral health patients to determine appropriate levels of care for potential patients and facilitates admissions or referrals based on clinical needs. This role includes coordinating communications with referral sources, managing pre-admission procedures, and ensuring a welcoming environment for patients and families during the intake process.

Essential Functions

• Manages intake calls and follows up to ensure timely and appropriate disposition for potential admissions.
• Conducts level-of-care assessments, schedules evaluations, and refers patients to alternative resources when necessary.
• Collaborates with business office staff to verify insurance and arrange payment details as part of the intake process.
• Completes and distributes necessary pre-admission paperwork and informs relevant staff of incoming admissions.
• Greets new admissions and families, provides information, and alleviates concerns to support a smooth intake experience.
• Coordinates with community agencies to access additional resources and support patient needs.
• Documents and maintains intake and admission data, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Assess patient safety and implements necessary precautions, with particular attention to vulnerable populations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in intake, admissions, or a clinical setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and triage skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Familiarity with insurance verification processes.
• Knowledge of community resources and referral procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in basic computer and data entry skills.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required or
• LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• Certification in crisis intervention (e.g., SAMA, CPI) or psychiatric/behavioral health specialty within 30 days of employment required

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