Job Description

Role Summary

Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an Admission Coordinator (Intake Department) for the overnight shift (M–F, 10p–6a) in Baton Rouge, LA 70816. This position supports timely, accurate psychiatric admissions by coordinating intake documentation, clinical communication, and payer readiness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing intake inquiries and maintaining accurate intake logs
• Reviewing referral packets for admission criteria and completeness
• Collecting and reporting intake data for QAPI tracking
• Coordinating admission decisions with physicians and the Director of Nursing
• Preparing new-admit documentation (face sheets, episodes of care, insurance details) and assembling patient charts
• Performing insurance verification once the physician accepts the patient

Required qualifications/skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong organization, self-discipline, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Thorough documentation and clear communication; 2–3 years psychiatric admissions experience preferred

Apply today through the careers page at www.apollo-bhh.com.

Benefits Package

Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay; Life Insurance; and a 401(k) plan with a profit-sharing plan.

Overnight Intake Flow

Your shift is structured and focused: you start by checking new inquiries and ensuring each file is complete and ready for review. Throughout the night, you keep documentation current, confirm that all required information is captured, and track updates so nothing is missed during handoffs. You’ll connect with clinical leaders as needed to clarify next steps, then finalize chart setup details so accepted patients can move smoothly into care. As the shift closes, you reconcile logs and data points so the next team begins with a clear, accurate intake picture.