PASRR Evaluator - WA

Company Overview

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

Join Acentra Health as a PASRR Evaluator in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will conduct PASRR Level II Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review assessments to determine appropriate placements and next levels of care for individuals with complex needs, helping to support improved health outcomes.

As a PASRR Evaluator, you will conduct assessments for geriatric individuals and those living with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Intellectual Disabilities (), or Related Conditions (RC) in nursing homes, hospitals, and community-based settings. This Full-Time hybrid role offers both flexibility and purpose combining remote work from your home office with local travel. Acentra Health provides reimbursement for travel-related expenses associated with this role, including mileage paid at the federal reimbursement rate and covered parking.

We provide all essential technology and equipment needed for your home office setup, including a company-issued laptop for use both at home and in the field.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct PASRR Level II assessments by reviewing relevant records, gathering collateral information, and evaluating the individual's physical, behavioral, and psychological functioning to support informed clinical decisions.
• Responsible for conducting Preadmission Screening and Resident Review assessments and developing informed level-of-care recommendations, and determining the most appropriate next level of care for those who may require long-term care placement.
• Verify medical records, conduct patient assessments, and provide clinically based recommendations in accordance with established workflows, including re-evaluating records following psychiatric input and completing re-reviews as required.
• Leverage technology, computer equipment, web-based software, and our proprietary platforms to efficiently manage and track assessment activities.
• Review medical records and work with healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks to complete accurate screenings and determinations, while tracking personal performance metrics and maintaining compliance with established turnaround time requirements.
• Understand and adhere to all corporate policies, including those related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
• Maintain compliance with established workflows, regulatory requirements, and best-practice standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess an active, unrestricted license in the State of Washington in a healthcare or related field, such as Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP), Registered Nurse (RN) with Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing or relevant field.
• Graduation from an accredited college with a relevant degree program and a minimum of 3 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.
• Ability to assess and analyze psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning to support accurate and thorough clinical evaluations.
• Familiarity with mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), geriatrics, and other conditions commonly requiring long-term care services and supports.
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, effectively, and with empathy.
• Experience in medical record abstraction and clinical data review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements, including compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of DSM psychiatric disorders and Level of Care standards, with experience diagnosing conditions using DSM criteria (Washington State-specific).
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently within established timelines.
• Previous experience working with the geriatric population is preferred.
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