Patient Intake and Registration Specialist

Responsibilities

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic person to join St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute's Intake team as an Intake Specialist. The position is full-time, 40 hours a week with benefits, and requires working in the office Monday‑Friday, between 7am‑6pm (8‑hour shift with a 30‑minute lunch). This is a back‑office position and does not require any in‑person interactions with patients.

As an Intake Specialist, your responsibility is to schedule potential patients who are seeking mental health treatment is Behavioral Medicine Institute (SLBMI). The Intake Specialist collects demographic and basic information via phone and email.

Ideal candidates for this position are well‑versed at navigating electronic‑based information and effectively communicating over the phone. Ability to maintain organization and have attention to detail is critical.

Qualification Preferences:
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred, with strong consideration for candidates with a Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or closely related field and/or one year experience with intake screenings or customer service telephone etiquette.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with patients, referral sources, insurance companies, and colleagues;
• Proficient in use of email, internet, and phones;
• Professionalism in presentation with patients and colleagues;
• Problem‑solving and customer service oriented;
• Computer knowledge, prior EMR experience preferred;
• Excellent communication and screening skills;
• Skills in working independently and implementing time management strategies;
• Ability to demonstrate positive team interactions;
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures;
• Knowledge of administrative procedures;
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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