Admissions Assistant - PRN

Admissions Assistant - PRN at Acadia Healthcare in Texarkana, Arkansas, United States Job Description Description Riverview Behavioral Health searching for an Admissions Assistant to join our team! Riverview is the premier psychiatric center in Texarkana, Arkansas, where children, adolescents, and adults can receive comprehensive inpatient help for the mental health challenges that have disrupted their lives. We are a 62-bed psychiatric hospital that is dedicated to providing high-quality care for adults, geriatrics, and adolescents (ages 11-17) who are suffering from behavioral health and chemical dependency issues. Riverview Behavioral Health is part of the Acadia Healthcare system, a provider of addiction, behavioral and mental health treatment facilities in the United States and Puerto Rico.

BENEFITS

Riverview Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive package of benefits.

Current benefits include:

+ Competitive hourly rate + Excellent training program + Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities as part of the Acadia Healthcare family Responsible for the admission and registration of incoming patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Greet and search new patients and those transporting patients upon arrival.
• Review prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures.
• Responsible for clerical duties such as managing paperwork, handling data entry, engaging with insurance companies over claims and answering phones.
• Complete paperwork necessary to admit patient to the assigned program and explain forms prior to patient signing, notify clinical lead of patient's arrival and escort the patient and documentation to appropriate location within the facility.
• Efficient and accurate completion of the admission process of patients and the timely distribution of the paperwork necessary to notify staff of the arrival/transfer of each patient.
• Ensure all required patient information is received, processed and necessary appointments are made with the proper behavioral or medical health personnel.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a social services field is required.
• One or more years' experience in healthcare preferred.

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 Skills Preferred +

Planning & Organizing:

Some Knowledge +

Customer Focus:

Some Knowledge +

Communication:

Some Knowledge + Attention to

Detail:

Some Knowledge Behaviors Preferred +

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group +

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest +

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well +

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred +

Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help + Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required + High School/GED or better Experience Preferred + 1 year: Healthcare 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 (eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor. To view full details and how to apply, or