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Acentra seeks PASRR Clinical Evaluators (hybrid - North Carolina) to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

Clinical Evaluators complete face-to-face, clinical assessments of individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), intellectual disability (ID), or related conditions (RC) admitting into nursing homes. These preadmission screening and resident review (PASRR) Level II evaluations typically occur in nursing home or hospital settings. Evaluators confirm if individuals meet the criteria for SMI or ID/RC and assess level of care needs and provide recommendations for ongoing care.

**Position is hybrid within North Carolina. Positions are available in one of the following 7 service areas (region/county) where you reside:

1.    Buncombe/ McDowell 

2.    Davidson/ Randolph

3.    Anson/ Union

4.    Durham

5.    Columbus/ New Hanover

6.    Edgecombe/ Nash

7.    Pitt/ Wilson

 

Job Responsibilities: 

Ensure accurate evaluations and recommendations through accurate clinical assessment of the patient, relevant records, and collateral sources of individuals. Recommend the appropriate level of care and service needs based on the patient’s physical, behavioral, and psychological functioning. Complete assessments on time and within scope of practice to meet all contractual requirements. Strong typing and computer skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook. Ensure compliance with program workflows. Excellent clinical experience and knowledge of psychiatric disorders as defined by the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual in use in North Carolina. Knowledge of standards of practice related to mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, geriatrics, and other disorders typically requiring long term care services and supports. Ability to complete person-centered assessments with meaningful and appropriate recommendations for level of care. Communicate effectively with individuals and groups through spoken, written, and electronic media. Working knowledge of Federal Regulation 42 CFR, Chapter 483.