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Rochester Regional Health

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Patient Intake Location : 1381 East Ridge Rd, Suite 5, Rochester, NY 14621 Hours Per Week : 40 - Full-time Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm Summary As a Senior Access Associate, you lead in the ...

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How much do intake associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for intake associate in Arkansas is $21.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $26.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intake associate?

Intake Associates are professionals primarily responsible for greeting clients, collecting initial information, and ensuring all documentation is complete when individuals seek services from an organization, such as a law firm, healthcare provider, or social service agency. They are often the first point of contact and play a crucial role in assessing client needs, verifying eligibility, and preparing files for further processing. Their work helps ensure a smooth onboarding process and efficient workflow for the team. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intake associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intake Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with client or patient intake processes, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant administrative background. Familiarity with data entry software, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and electronic records is typically required. Exceptional communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities help Intake Associates effectively interact with clients and coordinate with team members. These skills are crucial for accurately gathering information, ensuring smooth onboarding, and maintaining high-quality client service.

What are some common challenges intake associates face when managing high volumes of new client cases?

Intake Associates often encounter periods of high demand, where they must efficiently process a large number of new client intakes while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Balancing thorough data collection with timely responses can be challenging, especially when working with sensitive or urgent cases. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with both clients and internal teams are essential to navigating these busy periods successfully.

What is the difference between Intake Associate vs Medical Secretary?

AspectIntake AssociateMedical Secretary
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer healthcare-related certificationsHigh school diploma; medical office administration certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, clinics, hospitalsMedical offices, clinics, hospitals
Primary ResponsibilitiesGathering patient information, scheduling, initial data entryManaging correspondence, scheduling, medical record management
Common UsagePatient intake, insurance verificationAdministrative support, appointment coordination

While both roles support healthcare operations, Intake Associates focus on patient intake and data collection, whereas Medical Secretaries handle administrative tasks like scheduling and correspondence. Both positions require strong organizational skills and familiarity with medical environments, but their specific duties differ based on patient interaction versus administrative support.

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Infographic showing various Intake Associate job openings in Arkansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,862 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Intake & Assessment Clinician Behavioral Health

White Hall, AR • On-site

Lifepoint Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Intake & Assessment Clinician Behavioral Health

Job Type: Fulltime | Nights

Schedule: 3x12s 7:00P-7:00A

Your experience matters

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is a 76-bed, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital and behavioral health unit jointly operated by Jefferson Regional and Lifepoint Health.

We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Intake & Assessment RN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our 36-bed behavioral health unit will offer a continuum of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services for adults and senior citizens, including crisis stabilization for acute mental health and substance use disorders; detoxification from alcohol and drugs; and treatment for anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and many other behavioral health concerns.

How you'll contribute

A Intake & Assessment RN who excels in this role:

  • Accurately perform patient assessments and identify individual care needs. 
  • Initiate and implement appropriate nursing interventions. 
  • Deliver care appropriate to the condition and age of each patient. 
  • Document medical necessity and nursing activities in a timely and accurate manner. 
  • Complete and revise Interdisciplinary Care Plans for assigned patients. 
  • Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 
  • Ability to work with children, adolescents, adults (18 and over) or geriatric patients experiencing mental illness and acute psychiatric crisis.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current state or compact state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

  • Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS).

  • Licenses: Must have a current state or compact state RN license.

  • Education: Associate's degree required. BSN preferred.

  • Previous Behavioral Health Experience Required

  • Previous Intake & Assessment Experience Preferred 

More about Jefferson Regional and Kindred Rehabilitation Services

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is a 76-bed, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital and behavioral health unit jointly operated by Jefferson Regional and Lifepoint Health. At Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital, we are devoted to helping patients heal mentally and emotionally by providing exceptional, evidence-based behavioral healthcare that improves the lives of those needing support. 

EEOC Statement

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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Health care and social assistance

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1999

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