PASRR Evaluator (PRN) - Wilkesboro, Caldwell & Catawba Counties NC

Join Acentra Health as a PASRR Evaluator in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. 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 (ID), or Related Conditions (RC) in nursing homes, hospitals, and community-based settings in Wilkes, Caldwell & Catawba Counties. 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 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.

• Complete accurate PASRR screenings and Level II assessments by reviewing clinical records, gathering collateral information, and conducting assessments of the individual’s physical, behavioral, and psychological functioning to support informed clinical decisions and appropriate next level-of-care recommendations.

• Apply knowledge of standards of practice related to Level of Care determinations, as well as mental health, geriatrics, and other conditions commonly requiring long-term care placement.

• Provide well-informed level-of-care recommendations based on clinical evaluations, including reassessment of records in response to psychiatric input, and integrate psychological insights while collaborating with healthcare professionals, patients and families, as needed.

• 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.

• Leverage technology, computer equipment, web-based software, and our proprietary platforms to efficiently manage and track assessment activities.

• 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.

• Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of North Carolina in a healthcare discipline such as Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA), or Registered Nurse (RN) with a master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing or a closely related field.
• Graduation from an accredited college with a relevant degree program and a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience providing services to individuals with mental illness.

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or related conditions. .

• Ability to assess and analyze psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning to support accurate and thorough clinical evaluations.
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, effectively, and with empathy.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge of medical record systems, medical terminology, and disease processes.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks within established timelines.
• Previous experience working with the geriatric population if preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong skills in internet and web-based navigation.