PRN Assessment Specialist Behavioral Health at Lifepoint Health

DescriptionYour experience mattersLifepoint Behavioral Health is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assessment Specialist RNjoining our team youre 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.Position Summary:The Assessment Specialist is responsible for receiving inquiry calls and assists the caller with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage to the appropriate community referral. assesses or ensures assessment by a qualified mental health professional of patients who present for assessment. screens for medical and behavioral emergency conditions. performs a comprehensive assessment and quality therapeutic care to patients seeking treatment for substance abuse dual diagnosis or psychiatric or emotional disorders; coordinates with the clinical team/on-call physician to ensure these needs are met either at the facility or other appropriate community providers. interpret treatment to patient and family to help reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of care and continuation of treatment. completes the administrative processes of admission and precertification of care with external payers as necessary. reports to- assessment manager/supervisorHow youll contributeAn Assessment Specialistwho excels in this role:Facilitates response to a request for services including the initial response the assessment and referral process the designation of the appropriate level of care admission into services and appropriate follow up activityConducts initial evaluation initiates the assessment documents patient symptomology functioning and needs and provides information to MD for LOC determinationDemonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients physicians visitors and coworkers in a prompt and courteous mannerPossess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALAMaintains all pre-admission and admission paperwork with accuracy and completes all pre-certification with insurance companies with insurance companiesWhat were looking forApplicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associates degree from an accredited nursing school or a masters degree in social work/ counseling Additional requirements include:Current Social Work or RN licenseCPR and De-Escalation certification required within 30 days of hireEEOC StatementLifepoint Behavioral Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Behavioral Healthis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Accounts Handling,Access,Commissioning,Biotechnology,Civil Engineering,Health And Safety Management Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1