The clinician conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments for psychiatric and behavioral health patients to determine medical necessity and appropriate levels of care. They also manage the intake process, triage incoming calls, and coordinate with insurance providers for precertifications.
Responsibilities
Admissions/Assessment Clinician Opportunity St Simons By-the-Sea is a 101-bed behavioral health hospital specializing in psychiatric care and addiction treatment for both adults and adolescents.
Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based services in a supportive and collaborative environment where every staff member plays a vital role in changing lives.
With a strong commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care, we provide patients with the tools and support they need to achieve lasting recovery.
Our programs are designed to address the unique needs of each individual, creating meaningful opportunities for progress, healing, and long-term success.
Nestled on the picturesque shores of St Simons Island, Georgia, our facility offers a serene coastal setting that promotes privacy, comfort, and focus.
This peaceful environment not only enhances the patient experience but also creates a truly rewarding workplace for professionals seeking purpose-driven careers.
Conveniently located within driving distance of Jacksonville, Florida, Savannah, Georgia, and surrounding communities through South Georgia and North Florida, St Simons By-the-Sea combines accessibility with a tranquil atmosphere—making it an ideal place to grow your career while making a lasting impact.
Visit the site virtually: ssbythesea.com As an Admissions Clinician, you’ll be the first point of connection for patients seeking care—playing a critical role in guiding them through a compassionate, efficient, and clinically sound intake and admissions process.
Your expertise helps ensure each individual is assessed thoughtfully and directed to the most appropriate level of care.
Job Duties/Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients presenting with psychiatric or behavioral health concerns, including both voluntary and involuntary cases Use your clinical judgement to determine medical necessity and recommend alternative levels of care when appropriate Gather an evaluate key information for insurance providers, including competing precertifications Respond to and triage incoming calls, providing timely guidance and follow-up to patients, families, and referral sources Benefit & Rewards Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation & generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Pet Insurance More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.
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In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.
Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
Master's Degree from an accredited school in the Behavioral Sciences or related field required Must have experience of 2+ years; Experience in inpatient setting preferred Two years in Intake/Triage/Admissions preferred Computer proficient with previous heavy data entry experience EEO Statement 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. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card, or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(K) with company match
Competitive compensation
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Prescription Drug Plans
Career development opportunities
Discounted stock plan
Tuition saving for nursing education
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Glynn County, Georgia
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Closes
Jun 25, 2027
Application
Employer website
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Georgia
Behavioral health roles in Georgia are often competitive because employers look for candidates with a master’s degree in a related field or an active Georgia nursing license, plus prior behavioral health experience; inpatient experience is especially valued. Benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.
