Admissions Assistant

Admissions Assistant Oasis Behavioral Health - 2.8 Chandler, AZ Job Details PRN 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Leadership training provided Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Patient comfort CPR Certification Vital signs Safety inspections for hazard identification Intake BLS Certification Greeting customers First aid Patient safety Medical administrative support Bachelor's degree First Aid Certification Data entry Patient interaction Clerical experience Phone call management Patient charting Managing patient records Leadership Patient transport Entry level Patient observation Customer complaint resolution

Full Job Description Overview:

Admissions Assistant -

Oasis Behavioral Health Shift:

Night / 6:30pm - 7:00am At Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of treatment for all patients that walk through our doors. Our vision is to offer support and compassionate care that empowers individuals by encouraging hope, healing and recovery. We are able to achieve our vision by remaining true to our 4 core values: Compassion, Support, Empowerment and Recovery. Why Join Competitive compensation with industry leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match to support your financial future Stock-based awards , giving you a stake in Acadia's success Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays Professional development & leadership training to sharpen your skills Career mobility within Acadia's nationwide network of 250+ facilities

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Greet and search new patients and those transporting patients upon arrival. Responsible for clerical duties such as managing paperwork, handling data entry, engaging with insurance companies over claims, and answering phones. Complete the paperwork necessary to admit the patient to the assigned program and explain forms prior to patient signing, notify the clinical lead of the patient's arrival, and escort the patient and documentation to the 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 and processed and necessary appointments are made with the proper behavioral or medical health personnel. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always. When a patient's needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer service. Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive, and structured environment. Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed. Document timely, accurate, and appropriate clinical information in patients' medical records and inpatient registration or other technology systems. Assist in providing a safe, secure, clean and, comfortable environment for patients, significant others and, staff. Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to admissions staff. May obtain patient's vital signs, height, and weight as assigned and document in the patient record. Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage the achievement of the treatment goals. Assist incoming patients/family members with contraband searches, and itemizing belongings and valuables when needed. Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility. May provide transportation for the patient, or coordinate transportation with an appropriate staff member. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. Data Entry

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree is preferred; Social Services field is a plus. 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.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AHMKT #LI-OBHH #LI-KP1