Intake Coordinator - Full Time

Intake Coordinator Night Shift

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is an innovative behavioral health hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area. Our 120-bed facility will offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co-occurring addictions. In addition to the opportunity to work with a caring team and positively impact patient lives, Via Linda Behavioral Hospital offers comprehensive benefits for full-time staff, including competitive compensation, excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan, generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan, career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries, and education assistance after 90 days of employment.

Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Intake, the Intake Coordinator is responsible for coordinating aspects of the intake/assessment process and providing excellent direct patient care. The responsibilities include efficient and effective handling of inquiry calls, processing of referrals for possible admission, knowledge of and maintaining communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. Additional responsibilities include insurance verification/precertification, patient registration process, patient observations, scheduling of evaluations, admissions processing, bed board monitoring, and other duties as assigned by the intake leadership team.

Qualifications: Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED. 1 year of experience in social services, community mental/behavioral health, mental-health setting, inpatient setting and performing administrative duties, crisis interventions, and customer service. Must have or be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

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