Regional Director - Intake Services

Job ID: 333709Location: KING OF PRUSSIA, PennsylvaniaEmployment type: Full-timeCategory: AdmissionsDetails: UHS OF DELAWARE INC; Corporate; Day; UHS of Delaware, Inc. - Corporate Office; WFH Flexible; 40Posted: 2026-09-15Responsibilities This position requires an experienced behavioral health health professional with extensive experience in admissions within an acute inpatient psychiatric facility who will report to the VP of Admissions Services for the Behavioral Health Division of UHS. Join a dynamic organization driven by our passion for healthcare. UHS is seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute their expertise and pursue rewarding careers. As a leader in acute care and behavioral health, UHS provides high-quality care to over 3 million patients annually, across our national network of facilities. The UHS Clinical Services Department is hiring a Regional Director - Intake Services whose responsibilities consist of providing support to the Intake departments of the Behavioral Health facilities through performing analysis of the operations of the Intake departments and offering feedback and direction for improving systems in order to allow the Intake departments to operate successfully. Key Responsibilities include: Support CEO's in recruitment, hiring, training, development, and oversight of Intake Directors On site observation and monitoring of Intake department productivity and performance to ensure effective and efficient systems for patient access to care Monitoring of Intake key indicators and trends related to calls, assessments, admissions, triage, deflections, and productivity. (Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Reports, Corporate database) Provide trainings to Intake departments related to Call Management, EMTALA, HIPAA, data entry systems, regulatory compliance, and intake best practices Monitor Intake policies and procedures for accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations When invited, attend monthly Operations calls led by facility VP, to assist with the development of strategies for improvement in key indicators and Intake Department operations Collaborate with other corporate departments (Clinical, Risk, Business Development, Finance) as needed to provide direction and support to facility Intake operations. Participate in multidisciplinary Corporate initiatives by attending scheduled meetings and serving as a representative of Intake Services Documentation and distribution of agenda prior to each site. Communicate verbally and in writing to Intake Directors, CEO’s, Operations VP’s, and other corporate employees regarding Intake observations and directives for operational improvement in Intake through action plans including specific goals and time-frames Identify and share Intake best practices with corporate colleagues and Intake departments across the division. Develop trainings and competencies for the division related to Intake best practices. Add content to the Intake SharePoint site Qualifications Master's degree with a minimum of 5-8 years' experience in an acute inpatient psychiatric facility. Knowledge of behavioral health EMTALA and HIPAA requirements, TJC standards for intake and admissions, and electronic data entry systems preferred This position requires extensive national travel to various UHS Behavioral Health Hospitals and Programs throughout the United States. Candidates must be open to 80% travel, and must be located within close proximity of a major U.S. airport This opportunity provides a rewarding career, challenging and rewarding work environment as well as growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries, including competitive compensation, excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan, and 401k with company match. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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