Intake/Admissions Specialist (Full Time) – 7pm-7am Position Available In Lee, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Intake/Admissions Specialist (Full Time) position from a facility in Fort Myers, FL requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field, with a minimum of one year experience in clinical settings. Responsibilities include reviewing referrals, conducting assessments, facilitating admissions, and monitoring patient status. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification are necessary.
Job Description
Intake/Admissions Specialist (Full Time) – 7pm-7am 2.4 2.4 out of 5 stars 9241 Park Royal Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908 ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and other community agencies for medical and behavioral acuity and respond within facility policy timeframes. Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations. Conduct assessments to determine appropriate level of care within the facility. Collaborate with other facility medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions. Facilitate admissions process for incoming patients including assessment, consents, and inventory of patient belongings. Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission. Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process in accordance with facility policy and/or physician orders. Utilize multiple web-based programs to track and review referrals.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Behavioral Science, Social Work, Sociology, or a related field. Minimum one year experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the area of specialty for the hiring facility.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Qualifications Education Required:
Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field.
Experience Preferred:
Minimum one year experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the area of specialty for the hiring facility. Experience Required 1 year(s): • Minimum one year experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the area of specialty for the hiring facility. Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field
Skills Preferred Safety Minded Communication Problem Solving Behaviors Preferred Thought Provoking:
Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
