Job Description

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary

Make a meaningful impact in your community—join Acentra Health as a Clinical Evaluator (PASRR) in Port Angeles, Washington. In this hybrid role, you will conduct in-person assessments in nursing homes, hospitals, and community-based settings throughout Port Angeles and its surrounding areas.

As a Clinical Evaluator, you will conduct face-to-face PASRR Level II assessments to determine appropriate placements and next levels of care for individuals with complex needs. Your primary focus will be completing clinical evaluations for individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), or Related Conditions (RC) across nursing homes, hospitals, and community-based settings. . These evaluations are crucial in determining the next level of care, improving patient well-being, and supporting better health outcomes.

This full-time Clinical Evaluator position offers both flexibility and purpose—combining remote work from your home office with local travel. Acentra Health covers and reimburses all travel-related expenses, including mileage and parking. Additionally, we provide all necessary technology and equipment for your home office setup, including a laptop for use while in the field.

Job Responsibilities:

• As a Clinical Evaluator (PASRR), you will conduct accurate screenings and evaluations, developing informed level-of-care recommendations based on your clinical assessments.

• Complete precise PASRR reviews by assessing and determining the appropriate level of care based on patients’ physical, behavioral, and psychological functioning. 

• Review medical records, and interact with healthcare professionals, patients, their families, and other support systems to conduct accurate screenings, evaluations and determinations.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory standards while developing level of care recommendations.
• Assess and analyze patients' psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning to inform clinical decisions.
• Provide well-informed level of care recommendations based on clinical evaluations.
• Ensuring compliance with established workflows, including re-evaluations of records based on psychiatric input.
• Foster effective collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks while monitoring personal metrics to ensure compliance with turnaround time requirements.
• Leverage technology by utilizing the state's electronic system and our proprietary platforms to efficiently manage and track all assessment activities.
• Efficiently prioritize and execute tasks with attention to detail.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

• Requires an active, unrestricted license in the State of Washington in one of the following fields: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Social Worker Independent Clinical License (SWICL), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), or Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP).
• Graduation from an accredited college with a relevant degree program and a minimum of 2 years of experience in assessing individuals with mental health or psychiatric disorders, including complex differential diagnoses related to substance use, medical conditions, cognitive impairments, and dementia. .
• Familiarity with Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements per State and Federal Regulation.
• Familiarity with public mental health systems and medical programs, including public sector services and supports, with a solid understanding of Level of Care guidelines and related standards of practice.
• Experience in determining a clinical diagnosis accounting for psychological and behavioral issues.
• Expertise in assessing and analyzing psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning
• Knowledge of standards of practice related to the determination of Level of Care and standards of practice related to mental health, geriatrics, and other disorders commonly necessitating long-term care placement.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups through verbal, written, and electronic formats.

• Experience diagnosing psychiatric disorders using the latest DSM standards applicable to the state is a plus.

• Detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently within established timelines.
• Proficient in using computer-based software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc).

• Prior experience working with the geriatric population is preferred.

Why us

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes. 

We do this through our people

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives nationwide. Our company cares about our employees, giving you the tools and encouragement, you need to achieve the finest work of your career. 

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in  Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Compensation

The compensation for this role is $85,280 to $91,520 annual base salary

Based on our compensation program, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.

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