Intake Specialist

National HealthCare • Osage Beach, MO

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About The Position

As an Intake Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating admissions to our hospital through relationships and communication with referral sources, providers and nursing staff. We provide psychiatric care to patients who require inpatient hospitalization due to mental health issues. The Center for Behavioral Health Osage Beach is an 18-bed inpatient, free standing Adult Psychiatric hospital that specializes in treating Anxiety, Major Depression, Mood disturbances, Psychosis, and other mental health illnesses. Our mission is to provide quality services that consistently meet and exceed the expectations of patients, families, referral sources, payers, and partners.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a bachelor's degree in a behavioral health related field.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer literate.
• One-year experience working in a similar position, or one year of clinical experience with the primary population served by the program.

Nice To Haves

• Training in Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Answer and screen calls from referral sources.
• Complete electronic paperwork for all referral calls, documenting all information so that an accurate decision can be made by the provider for appropriateness of hospital services.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge and use throughout the intake process of reported medical information, including but not limited to medications, tests, behaviors and history.
• Communicate effectively with providers and nursing staff to ensure efficient and appropriate admissions.

Benefits

• Earned time off (ETO - 3 weeks accrued vacation time your first year).
• Sick leave and Family Sick leave.
• Competitive benefits package, including 401K match.
• Casual environment, great staff to patient ratio.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree