Assistant Director of Patient Access

Universal Health Services Inc.; Washington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for an Assistant Director of Patient Access to oversee the Patient Access staff and support the Director. Responsibilities include managing admissions and providing emergency psychiatric consultations. A Master's degree in a related field along with relevant experience is preferred. The position offers competitive compensation and various benefits including career development opportunities and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

401(K) with company match

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, or equivalent experience in a mental health setting.
• Licensure by the State of Alaska preferred (LCSW, LPA, LPC, LMFT).

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Patient Access staff to ensure effective service delivery.
• Support the Director with orientation, training, and staff scheduling.
• Facilitate admissions to North Star and maintain knowledge of state care levels.
• Provide emergency psychiatric consultation services.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Communication skills

Staff management

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Licensure by the State of Alaska

Job description

Assistant Director of Patient Access

North Star Behavioral Health is one of Alaska’s premier mental health facilities offering hope and healing for children, teens and adults who struggle with psychiatric or substance abuse issues. We also provide military‑specific care to first responders, service members, veterans and dependents at the Chris Kyle Patriots Hospital. The environment places patient care first through excellent comfort and security at the most vulnerable times. You will be part of a large network of peers and leaders who routinely exchange ideas and review industry topics, and you will have opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement through robust continuing education.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Patient Access staff to ensure effective service delivery.
• Support the Director with department tasks including orientation, training, and staff scheduling.
• Facilitate admissions to North Star and stay current on statewide levels of care for referrals and recommendations.
• Conduct phone, walk‑in, and scheduled assessments.
• Provide emergency psychiatric consultation services to potential patients, other hospitals, referral sources, and community organizations.
• Maintain documentation for calls and services received; prepare and submit timely, complete, and accurate weekly and monthly reports.
• Work closely with physicians, referral sources, and other hospital departments to disseminate information about NSH and its services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, or a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in a mental health or psychiatric setting.
• Licensure by the State of Alaska preferred (LCSW, LPA, LPC, LMFT).

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous paid time off
• Free basic life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness program

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