Clinical Evaluator; PASRR - PRN Scottsbluff Nebraska

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.

Make a meaningful impact in your community – join Acentra Health as a Clinical Evaluator (PASRR) in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. In this role, you will conduct PASRR Level II Preadmission Screening and Resident Review assessments to help determine appropriate placements and next levels of care for individuals with complex needs. As a Clinical Evaluator, you will conduct behavioral health assessments for the geriatric population as well as individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (), Serious Mental Illness (SMI), or Related Conditions (RC) across nursing homes, hospitals, and community‑based settings.

These evaluations play a vital role in identifying the appropriate next level of care and supporting improved long‑term health outcomes.

This PRN 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 necessary technology and equipment needed for your home office setup, including a company‑issued laptop for use both at home and in the field.

• Responsible for conducting PASRR (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review) assessments and evaluations, and for developing informed level‑of‑care recommendations across diverse settings—including nursing homes, hospitals, and community environments—to effectively understand and address the unique needs of each individual served.
• Adhere to the state's best standards of mental health practices, intellectual and developmental disabilities, geriatrics, and other conditions requiring nursing care services and supports.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory standards while developing level of care recommendations.
• Utilize independent judgment, deep clinical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and problem‑solving abilities to navigate complex situations, ensuring the best outcomes for members, providers, and clients.
• Foster effective collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks while monitoring personal metrics to ensure compliance with turnaround time requirements.
• Ensure compliance with established workflows, including re‑evaluation of records based on psychiatric input.
• Stay informed on current literature, regulations, and research pertaining to long‑term care, mental illness, medical conditions, and geriatrics.
• Leverage technology by utilizing the state's electronic system and our proprietary platforms to efficiently manage and track all assessment activities.
• Execute tasks with strong attention to detail, ensuring adherence to established workflows to maintain high standards of quality.

• Must possess an active, unrestricted license in the State of Nebraska in one of the following:
  Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Registered Nurse (RN), or another qualified Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP).
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree relevant to the field, and minimum of 2…