ADMISSIONS CONSULTANT - BH - PRN - DAY/NIGHT
UHS
Summary
To perform a variety of security and safety related functions while involved in the safe-guarding of employees, patients, visitors, physicians and property. Services include greeting new incoming patients, patient observation, gathering patient information along with contraband searches. Assist with transferring patients and patient's belongings.
Job description
Position Summary
To perform a variety of security and safety related functions while involved in the safe-guarding of employees, patients, visitors, physicians and property. Services include greeting new incoming patients, patient observation, gathering patient information along with contraband searches. Assist with transferring patients and patient's belongings.
Qualifications
Education/training
- High School diploma or equivalent
Experience
At least 6 months of reception or behavioral health technician experience, preferably in a hospital or other institutional setting.
Licensure/Certification
- Current North Carolina Driver's License
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to perform phone/reception responsibilities
- Knowledge of hospital emergency codes
- Possess a keen eye for security breaches and possess a proactive response time to potential security / safety risks
- Strong customer service skills
- Skill in answering multi-line phone system, and take accurate messages
- Ability to deal with multiple interruptions
- Displays an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, & therapeutic human interactions
- Demonstrates understanding of appropriate patient safety measures
- Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families
- Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing
- Demonstrates regular, required attendance
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- At least 6 months of reception or behavioral health technician experience, preferably in a hospital or other institutional setting
- Current North Carolina Driver's License
- Ability to perform phone/reception responsibilities
- Knowledge of hospital emergency codes
- Possess a keen eye for security breaches and possess a proactive response time to potential security / safety risks
- Strong customer service skills
- Skill in answering multi-line phone system, and take accurate messages
- Ability to deal with multiple interruptions
- Displays an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, & therapeutic human interactions
- Demonstrates understanding of appropriate patient safety measures
- Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families
- Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing
- Demonstrates regular, required attendance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.