Shrewsbury, MA, US
37 days ago
Admissions & Referral Specialist

Are you motivated by knowing you've made a difference in someone's life and in our community? Do you have a passion for helping those in substance abuse recovery? If you answered yes, then you may have what it takes to be part of the Veterans Inc. team at Independence Hall!\n

At Independence Hall, we provide client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. We are seeking passionate and innovative individuals to join our behavioral health programming.\n

Under the general supervision of the Business Manager, this position provides administrative and clerical support to the Treatment Center team in the areas of pre-admission, admission, discharge, and billing. Duties will include, but not be limited to, referral and admissions coordination, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, insurance verification, and client intakes. The position must exemplify the core values and mission of the organization by exercising discretion, diplomacy, and tact in client, staff, and external agency interactions.\n

The schedule for this position is 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday.\n

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:\n\nProvide customer service for referrals and patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance to clinic policies and HIPAA requirements. \nReceives and screens referrals via telephonic, fax, and online. Collaborates with admissions manager to approve new clients for both inpatient and outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Services.\nCoordinates scheduling needs of new intakes for admittance into program(s).\nWorks collaboratively with internal and external referral sources and programs to maintain Treatment Center referral for services. \nCollaboration with Clinical and Admissions Teams: Collaborating with clinical and admissions teams to review referrals, discuss patient needs and coordinate care plans prior to admissions.\nScheduling and Logistics: Keep a wait list up to date and coordinate admission times to ensure a smooth intake process\nFollow-up and Monitoring: Follow up with referring agencies and patients ( if necessary) to confirm receipt of referrals, address any questions and provide updates on the status to include waitlist management.\nInforms client of any outstanding co-pay balance as addressed by agency finance department. \nAct as back up for reception and aide in the intake process\nAttends and participates in meetings as required.\nPerforms other special projects and duties as assigned. \n\n

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:\n\nMinimum of high school diploma or equivalent, with six (6) months of medical receptionist\/office experience in comparable health care setting required. \nMinimum of two (2) years of administrative or clerical experience in clinical or community-based setting highly preferred.\nBasic to intermediate computer knowledge and skills.\nKnowledge and skilled at use of Electronic Health Records, Insurance Payor portals, Microsoft excel and other medical office applications. \nMust be able to successfully pass a CORI\/Background records check.\nCompliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.\n\n

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:\n

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:\n\nBCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nEmployer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.\n$2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.\nRetirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nPaid Parental Leave\n\n

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter\/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.\n

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact careers@veteransinc.org.\n

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.

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