Admissions Clinician - Per Diem

Summary

Under supervision from the Director and/or Clinical Manager of Outpatient Admissions provide a full range of admission services (telephonic screening and triage, obtain insurance information, case assignment and scheduling) to facilitate patient access to clinical services in the Princeton House system.

Responsibilities

• Perform telephonic clinical screening and triage services for patients seeking treatment
• Seek clinical supervision from appropriate clinical personnel for all cases triaged as Urgent
• Document all demographic, clinical and insurance information in accordance with Princeton House policies and procedures
• Assign patients to face-to-face evaluation appointments according to patients' individualized clinical needs
• Communicate need for benefits to be verified with Verification Specialists for treatment and assist with communication to patient when needed
• According to the specific requirements of the particular site, may orient patients to the program and may assist patients with registration paperwork
• Document and maintain relevant intake, referral and admissions data within the Princeton House SQL database
• Support customer service and performance improvement goals of the department collaborate with other caregivers / staff, within and outside the department, to develop means of enhancing patient care and service
• Maintain standards of confidentiality
• Possess the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet patients' physical, psychological and social needs of those patient populations served within the department
• Participate in unit compliance as related to established standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
• Facilitate positive working team relationships and communication across the Princeton House continuum, Princeton Healthcare System and for all external customers
• Act as a liaison between Administrative staff, UM and Verification department to insure proper and timely insurance verifications, accurate and up to date benefit and clinical information

Education

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Sciences (Required)

Experience

• 0-1 years: Some previous experience with behavioral health patients is a plus, but will train
• 2+ years: Two years experience in crisis and/or clinical setting

Pay

$19.01 - $30.29/Hourly. As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.