Intake Clinician

Peak Behavioral Health

Santa Teresa, New Mexico, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; c...
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Clinical intake assessment skills
Insurance benefit verification process
Prior authorization coordination experience
Peak Behavioral Health is seeking an Intake Clinician in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, to manage patient admissions and assessments, ensuring appropriate care through effective communication with medical staff and insurance providers. The role requires a master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in mental health, with strong interpersonal skills being essential

Job Summary

  • The Intake Clinician is responsible for facilitating admissions and conducting clinical intake assessments to ensure the most appropriate level of care for patients.
  • This role requires performing insurance benefit verifications and communicating critical information to patients, families, and internal staff to support timely admissions.
  • Peak Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefit plan and competitive salary while valuing the unique strengths of the military community in serving veterans.

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Peak Behavioral Health is seeking an Intake Clinician in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, to manage patient admissions and assessments, ensuring appropriate care through effective communication with medical staff and insurance providers. The role requires a master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in mental health, with strong interpersonal skills being essential.

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Comprehensive benefit plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Clinical intake assessment skills
  • Insurance benefit verification process
  • Prior authorization coordination experience
  • EMTALA regulation compliance knowledge
  • Crisis intervention and referral capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with diverse patient populations
  • Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills
  • Collaboration with medical and nursing staff
  • Patient education and resource empowerment
  • Effective telephone etiquette procedures

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field
  • Current state clinical licensure (RN, CAC, or therapy license)
  • One or more years of mental/behavioral health experience
  • CPR, de-escalation, and restraint certification
  • Experience in managed care pre-certification processes

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