What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Intake Specialist - Contractor Position position at Clinical Psychology Services?
Position Summary
- Pay: $25 per Intake
- Job description: Contractor, Paid per Appointment
- Position Summary
We are looking for an Intake Specialist. The ideal candidate for this position is a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented individual who supports the intake and referral process. The Intake Specialist serves as an important first point of contact for patients and referral sources, gathering relevant information, coordinating appointments, and ensuring that each patient is appropriately prepared for the evaluation process. The ideal candidate is professional, empathetic, highly organized, comfortable working with confidential clinical information, can work independently as a remote contractor, and able to keep pace with a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
● Conduct clinical intake appointments for patients referred for psychological evaluations, communicating professionally and compassionately with patients and their families throughout the intake and evaluation process.
● Gather comprehensive information regarding presenting concerns, clinical history, developmental history, and relevant psychosocial factors.
● Develop and communicate provisional diagnostic impressions based on the DSM-5-TR and information obtained during the intake process.
● Collaborate with the lead clinical psychologist regarding intake findings, diagnostic impressions, testing recommendations, and treatment considerations.
● Work closely with psychometrists to ensure psychological assessments are administered accurately and in accordance with established testing procedures and best practices.
● Review intake documentation and ensure relevant clinical information is accurately recorded in the electronic health record (TherapyNotes).
● Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable professional and practice requirements.
Qualifications
● Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology and must hold one of the following Michigan licenses: LPC, LMFT, LLP, or LP.
● Experience conducting clinical intakes, psychological assessments, or diagnostic evaluations strongly preferred.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and compassionately with patients, families, and clinical staff.
● Strong clinical interviewing and information-gathering skills and ability to accurately document clinical information.
● Working knowledge of psychological assessment, diagnostic criteria from the DSM-5-TR, and behavioral health terminology.
● Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and develop appropriate provisional diagnostic impressions.
● Ability to work collaboratively with psychologists, psychometrists, and administrative staff.
● Professional, dependable, and comfortable working in a small-practice environment.
● Strong commitment to patient confidentiality, ethical practice, HIPPA compliance, and high-quality clinical care.
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portage, MI 49024
Salary : $25