Admissions Mental Health Tech

Job Summary

Works closely with the Admissions Registered Nurse to coordinate aspects of the admissions process, including direct and indirect patient care. Performs a variety of clerical duties and nonclinical tasks to support the provision of patient care.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Coordinate aspects of the Admissions Process
• Receive and direct Inquiry calls and referrals
• Processing of referrals for possible admission
• Collaborate with Admissions Nurse to facilitate admission process
• Log/Track referrals through electronic referral system
• Assist Admissions Nurse in reviewing of EMR to determine appropriateness of possible admission
• Bed Board monitoring
• Insurance Verification
• Patient Registration
• Schedule Admission Assessments
• Check Patients In/Out
• Patient safety monitoring and observation
• Direct patient care while in the Intake department
• Search and document patient belongings
• Clean/Prepare Intake assessment rooms
• Obtain Admission Consents
• Obtain and Upload Collateral/Supporting Documentation
• Admission Chart Audits
• Stock Admission Supplies
• Demonstrates knowledge of vital signs, acquisitions, and reporting.
• Demonstrate knowledge/use of medical detector to wand patients for contraband
• Maintain knowledge of relevant care protocols, adhere to facility policies, and support quality improvement goals while ensuring confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience:

• Preferred
  • Two or more years of experience (or educational equivalence) in Mental Health, Social Services, and/or Behavioral Science

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
    • Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date
  • SAFE Approach Level III Certification
    • Must obtain within six (6) months of start date