Entry Level Clinical Assessor Jobs
New grad clinical assessor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical placement hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Maximus and Acentra Health hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary:
- Acentra Health is seeking clinical assessors statewide in North Carolina for an exciting opportunity. You work out of your home office and travel to assessment locations in your region. Under the Personal Care Services (PCS) program, services are provided to NC Medicaid Beneficiaries who have a medical condition, cognitive impairment, or disability who demonstrate unmet needs for hands-on assistance with qualifying activities of daily living (ADLs). The PCS Assessor is responsible for the completion of needs-based eligibility determinations for North Carolinians who are applying for these Medicaid-funded personal care services provided in their home or in adult care or supervised living homes.
- Under the Community Alternatives (CAP) Program, home and community-based waivers provide cost-neutral alternatives to institutionalization for Beneficiaries, in specified target populations, who would be at risk for institutionalization if specialized Waiver services are not available. Services are intended for situations where no household member, relative, caregiver, landlord, community agency, volunteer agency, or third-party payer is able or willing to meet the assessed and required medical, psychosocial, and functional needs of the approved CAP Beneficiary.
- The CAP/PCS Assessor is responsible for completion of needs-based assessments of level of care (LOC) to allow targeted individuals to remain in or return to a home and community-based setting. Assessments are generally performed in the beneficiary’s primary residence.
- Position is hybrid. Candidates should be based within Forsyth County of North Carolina (Winston-Salem, NC & surrounding cities) to be able to cover the field work involved.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts assessment to determine whether the beneficiary meets the conditions and criteria for PCS eligibility, using state-approved standardized assessment tool(s).
- Ensures that PCS are provided on a "needs basis" in quantities appropriate to the Beneficiary's unmet need for services based on the severity of their medical condition, functional disability, physical, or cognitive impairment.
- Ensures that the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving assessment for PCS is maintained at the highest standards.
- Ensures that new, expedited, annual, change of status, mediation/appeals, reconsideration review, and derivative assessments are conducted within established timeframes.
- Include an interview with family members and informal caregivers who are present at the time of the assessment.
- Provide the Beneficiary with guidance and assistance, as necessary, to select PCS providers.
- Conduct service plan reviews as needed.
- Submit the completed assessments using state-approved interface
- Participate in the Beneficiary’s mediation and appeal processes.
- Respond to state inquiries regarding assessments conducted.
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and conduct case consultations/peer reviews/internal auditing as assigned.
- Provide assessments for initial eligibility determinations for an applicant to participate in a 1915(c) HCBS program, and, when applicable, annual and change of status assessments for participant currently participating in a 1915(c) HCBS program, using state-approved standardized assessment tool(s).
- Ensures that CAP services are provided on a "needs basis" in quantities appropriate to the Beneficiary's unmet need for services based on the severity of their medical condition, functional disability, physical, or cognitive impairment.
- Ensures that the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving assessment for CAP participation is maintained at the highest standards.
- Consult, when necessary, with the Beneficiary’s selected case management entity to generate an approvable service plan.
- Ensure that the randomly selected Service Plan completed by the Beneficiary’s assigned case management entity is appropriate to the Beneficiary’s unmet need for services, based on the severity of their medical condition, functional disability, physical, or cognitive impairment.
- Include an interview with family members and informal caregivers who are present at the time of the assessment.
- Submit the completed assessments using state-approved interface
- Participate in the Beneficiary’s mediation and appeal processes.
- Respond to state inquiries regarding assessments conducted.
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and conduct case consultations/peer reviews/internal auditing as assigned.
- Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
- Registered Nurse (NC or Compact license)
- Minimum of two years of nursing experience.
- This position requires travel up to a 60 mile radius.
- Experience with community-based individuals needing personal assistance with ADL and IADL tasks is highly preferred.
- Experience conducting PCS assessments highly preferred.
- 2+ years of home healthcare experience preferred.
- 2+ years of directly-related experience (preferably case management) in the health or medical field, directly related to homecare, long-term care, or personal care is preferred.
- Experience conducting HCBS waiver assessments highly preferred.
- Knowledge of North Carolina Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policy (Clinical Policy) 3L and PCS Program Provider Manual
- Knowledge of standards of practice related to Medicaid-funded Personal Care Services, home and community-based services (HCBS) programs, and EPSDT.
- Knowledge and understanding of public sector services and supports.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Ability to utilize computer equipment and web-based software to conduct work.
- Ability to interact with various office staff as needed to support necessary workflows.
- Ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, their families and other supports.
- Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups through spoken, written and electronic media.
- Ability to attend to detail, effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to work independently without a high degree of supervision.
- Develops level of care recommendations based upon clinical evaluations.
- Participates in training of PCS stakeholders as needed.
- Ability to use person-centered thinking, planning, and have competency in awareness of the needs of persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge of North Carolina Medicaid Clinical Policy 3K-1 and 3K-2, and 42 CFR Part 441 Subpart G, 42 CFR § 440.180.
- Knowledge of eligibility criteria for LOC and Waiver Participation.
- Knowledge of standards of practice related to Medicaid waivers, home and community-based services (HCBS) programs, EPSDT, medical fragility, and level of care determinations.
- Participates in training of CAP stakeholders as needed.
We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.
We do this through our people.
You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.
Benefits
Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.
Thank You!
We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!
We are committed to providing a secure and positive hiring experience. Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted virtually, in person, or through a combination of both. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be asked to participate in identity verification measures to help ensure the integrity of the hiring process.
~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team
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EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Experience in Lieu of Degree
For non-clinical roles, or when not required by the contract specifically, the Company acknowledges that practical, hands-on experience can provide skills and competencies equivalent to formal education. As such, in cases where a Bachelor's degree may be required, the Company will accept a minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree. In instances where the candidate has an Associate's degree, the Company will accept a minimum of three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.
Compensation
The pay for this position is listed below.
"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."
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Entry Level Clinical Assessor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical assessor job?
Start by highlighting any clinical placement hours, internships, or supervised assessment experience from your degree program. Employers at this level look for familiarity with standardized screening tools, strong documentation habits, and clear communication skills. A cover letter that speaks directly to patient populations you have worked with gives you a concrete edge over candidates who rely on a generic application.
Which companies hire entry level clinical assessors?
Companies hiring entry level clinical assessors right now include Maximus and Acentra Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, the strongest hiring activity tends to come from behavioral health organizations, managed care companies, and community health systems that build their clinical teams from new graduates.
Are there remote entry level clinical assessor jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements to support clinical supervision. About 100% of entry level clinical assessor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility do have options without limiting themselves to a single market.
Are these new grad clinical assessor jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior clinical assessor roles alongside broader entry level listings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised clinical hours toward the requirement, or explicitly mentions training support for candidates stepping into their first clinical assessor position.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical assessors?
Entry Level clinical assessor roles concentrate in Technology & Software and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the strongest hiring at this level because they operate high-volume intake and evaluation programs that depend on building a steady pipeline of newer clinicians to meet ongoing assessment demand.