PASRR Evaluator; PRN - KS

PASRR Evaluator (PRN) - Hutchinson Kansas

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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 Hutchinson, Kansas. 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 (PRN) hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work from your home office with some local travel, allowing you to make a meaningful impact within your community.

We also reimburse travel-related expenses, including mileage at the federal rate and cover any parking. In addition, we provide all essential technology and equipment for your home office, including a company-issued laptop for both remote and field work.

• 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.
• Conduct Preadmission Screening and Resident Review assessments and develop informed level-of-care recommendations, determining the most appropriate next level of care for those who may require long‑term care placement.
• 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.
• Review medical records and collaborate with healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks while ensuring compliance with required turnaround times.
• Leverage technology, computer equipment, web‑based software, and proprietary platforms to efficiently manage and track all assessment activities.
• Maintain compliance with established workflows, regulatory requirements, and best‑practice standards.
• Understand and comply with all corporate policies, including those related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

• Must possess an active, unrestricted Kansas license 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 with a relevant degree program and minimum of 2 years of experience 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 comprehensive clinical evaluations.
• Experience in medical record abstraction and clinical data review.
• Familiarity with mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), geriatrics, and other conditions commonly…