Intake Specialist

At Legacy, every one of our team members plays an important role. Together, we are a team dedicated to making life better for others. As an Intake Specialist, you make it possible for us to coordinate procedures so that our patients get the best possible care. You will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to collect information regarding potential patients and work with other staff members to determine the appropriateness of the referral. If you possess these skills and want to join our mission of making life better for others, we invite you to consider this position.

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center is Southwest Washington’s most modern hospital, offering the latest technology in a setting designed for comfort and care for the whole family. We feature innovations in joint replacement, robotic surgery, pelvic health for women, cancer care, intensive care for newborns, neurosurgery, medical care for children and more.

The Intake Specialist is responsible for receiving incoming intake calls from a variety of sources including physicians, parents and social service agencies wishing to schedule an evaluation appointment. Duties include acquiring extensive information from the caller as well as necessary collateral contacts, and deciding, with staff input, if the case is appropriate to be seen at the program. The Intake Specialist may schedule patient appointments.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, or equivalent experience required.

Experience:

Minimum two years experience in a similar program required.

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated age-appropriate competency in the ability to obtain and interpret information regarding a patient’s needs; knowledge of growth and development; and an understanding of the range of evaluations and treatments needed by these patients.