Director of Admissions - BH
UHS
Summary
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta has been providing psychiatric services to the CSRA for more than 15 years. Located in Augusta, GA our 82-bed facility provides a therapeutic setting for those seeking treatment for mental illness. Lighthouse Care Center offers unique and individualized programming for adolescents and adults that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and our tenured leadership team includes seasoned medical staff.
Job description
The Director of Admissions is a key member of the Lighthouse Clinical Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric therapeutic strategy with a keen focus on clinical intake; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The Director of Admissions supports the purpose and procedure of the entire clinical admission process.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Creates and maintains department procedures in the following areas: daily census records, inquiry calls and referrals phone log, and ensures that the level of treatment and clinical services is appropriate to all patient needs.
- Coordinates all admissions into the facility.
- Coordinates and communicates with all customers in a professional manner and provides excellence in customer service.
- Supervisorial responsibilities include all Admission Clinicians/Coordinators.
- Collaborate with Clinical Team (Nursing, Utilization, Medical Staff, etc).
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, social work, counseling or related field of study.
Experience: Minimum of three to five years in a clinical setting and/or previous intake experience. Must have marketing and sales abilities to interact with referral sources and ability to complete clinical assessments.
Licensure: Active Registered Nurse license or licensed APC, LAPC, LMSW, LCSW.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of BLS CPR certification. Successful completion of Handle with Care (HWC) training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 7 days of employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, social work, counseling or related field of study
- Minimum of three to five years in a clinical setting and/or previous intake experience
- Must have marketing and sales abilities to interact with referral sources
- Ability to complete clinical assessments
- Active Registered Nurse license or licensed APC, LAPC, LMSW, LCSW
- Successful completion of BLS CPR certification
- Successful completion of Handle with Care (HWC) training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 7 days of employment
Benefits
- Referral Bonus Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Savings & Reimbursement
- Career Development Opportunities
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.