ADMISSIONS CLERK - 08032026-79830

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time08/03/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time08/09/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$2,349.00 - $3,519.00Salary (Annually)$28,188.00 - $42,228.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationNashville, TNDepartmentMental Health and Substance Abuse Services

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES, DAVIDSON COUNTY

This position is located at Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute. This is a Monday-Friday position from 7:00 am until 3:30 pm.

This classification at MTMHI currently has an approved hiring rate of $3,250 monthly/$39,000 yearly.

This is an on-site position.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.

Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid motor vehicle operator license may be required; some positions may require a valid motor vehicle operator's license with a FOR HIRE (F) endorsement.

Overview

MTMHI is seeking an Admissions Clerk to manage and process patient admissions efficiently while ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies. This position plays a key role in maintaining hospital operations by coordinating referrals, tracking admissions, and ensuring data integrity in hospital systems.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Process admissions referrals, including paperwork preparation, tracking pending referrals, and issuing ASA Bed Confirmations.

Monitor and update hospital status by sending notifications when admissions are on Diversion.

Ensure accurate data entry into AVATAR, preventing duplicate MPI numbers and errors in unit and physician assignments.

Follow admissions policies and procedures before assigning patients to their designated units.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

• Instills Trust
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Manages Conflict
• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented

Knowledge:

• Customer and Personal Service
• Clerical

Skills:

• Time Management
• Learning Strategies
• Instructing
• Critical Thinking
• Reading Comprehension

Abilities:

• Multilimb Coordination
• Multilimb Strength
• Limb and/or Full Body Coordination
• Speech Clarity
• Written Comprehension

Tools & Equipment

• Computer
• Electronic Devices
• General Office Equipment
• Various Medical Equipment and Devices

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.