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Assistant Director of Admissions

Assistant Director of Admissions

Acadia HealthcareNashville, TN, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Assistant Director Of Admissions

Join Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, a leading provider of behavioral health services. We are actively seeking a compassionate Assistant Director of Admissions to enhance our team of dedicated professionals. Renowned for offering a comprehensive continuum of care for adults and seniors, Ascension Saint Thomas strives to deliver empathetic, individualized treatment solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a top-tier behavioral health facility and making a difference in the lives of those experiencing mental health challenges, we welcome you to apply.

Shift Details : Monday-Friday 12 : 30p-9 : 30p, on-call as needed

Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive benefits package for our team members. Current benefits include :

  • Health Coverage : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Paid Time Off : Generous PTO policies to support work-life balance.
  • Employee Perks : Enjoy discounts across a wide range of products and services through our Employee Discount Program.
  • Support in Times of Need : Access to our Employee Disaster Assistance Program for unforeseen circumstances.
  • Retirement Planning : Participate in the Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with robust investment options.
  • Professional Development : Benefit from an excellent training program to enhance your skills.
  • Career Advancement : Experience professional growth opportunities unparalleled in the industry, within a national network of hospitals and facilities.

Purpose Statement :

Direct the facility admissions activities by driving the admissions process, developing, implementing and maintaining revenue-generating strategies.

Essential Functions :

  • Provide leadership to the Admissions Department and cultivate the function of the department as an integrated team.
  • Implement the strategic plan of the business development and marketing department as it pertains to admission to the facility and direct potential clients to treatment.
  • Provide leadership in addressing quality management issues related to crisis triage, evaluation, intake, and admission to the facility.
  • Assign / distribute scheduled evaluations, intakes, or admissions as dictated by request and hospital census.
  • Conduct quality assurance and quality improvement programs for all crisis triage, evaluation, intake, and admission services.
  • Perform follow-up communication functions and generate recommendations for organizational leadership.
  • Provide orientation, in-service, and continuing education programs for department staff and other internal positions responsible for crisis triage and / or evaluation services.
  • Serve as a clinical liaison with referral sources.
  • Work to improve efficiency and quality in delivering services within the department, responsible for developing and meeting departmental goals and objectives.
  • Ensure that the department is up to date on and compliant with new laws and regulations.
  • Train and supervise staff.
  • For assigned shift will plan, assign, supervise, and perform required duties to ensure patient safety and the efficiency of the department.
  • Prioritization of potential admissions, considering patient needs and the facility's capability and capacity to meet that needs in the most appropriate manner.
  • Knowledge of appropriate clinical assessment, diagnoses, and interventions with patients.
  • Provide guidance and direction to staff and encourage / build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Ensure that EMTALA log, if applicable, is completed for each patient seen by admissions.
  • Participate in staff training by serving as a preceptor for new admission team employees.
  • Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
  • Other Functions :

  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
  • Education / Experience / Skill Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in a social services field is required.
  • Master's degree in a social services field or RN preferred.
  • Two or more years' experience in a healthcare admissions role is preferred.
  • Licenses / Designations / Certifications :

  • May require licensure by the state for this position.
  • CPR and de-escalation / restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • First aid may be required based on state or facility.
  • Additional Regulatory Requirements :

    While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

    We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal, and local laws.

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