Competitive salary commensurate with experience; c...
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Clinical intake assessment skills
Insurance benefit verification process
Emtala regulation compliance
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Highland Hospital is seeking a full-time Intake Clinician to facilitate admissions and conduct clinical intake assessments for patients in need of behavioral health services. The role involves close collaboration with various healthcare professionals and requires a master’s degree in a related field, along with experience in mental health and managed care processes.
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Job Summary
The Intake Clinician is responsible for facilitating admissions and conducting clinical intake assessments to ensure the appropriate level of care for patients.
Candidates must perform insurance benefit verifications and communicate findings to patients, families, and internal staff while adhering to EMTALA regulations.
Highland Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit plan and competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Matching Summary
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Highland Hospital is seeking a full-time Intake Clinician to facilitate admissions and conduct clinical intake assessments for patients in need of behavioral health services. The role involves close collaboration with various healthcare professionals and requires a master’s degree in a related field, along with experience in mental health and managed care processes.
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Salary
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Comprehensive benefit plan included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Clinical intake assessment skills
Insurance benefit verification process
EMTALA regulation compliance
Crisis intervention and referral
Patient status documentation
Nice-to-have
Experience with managed care pre-certification
Level of care assessment expertise
Effective communication with diverse backgrounds
Telephone etiquette and paging 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' mental/behavioral health experience preferred
CPR, de-escalation, and restraint certification required
First aid certification may be required based on state rules