Assessment Specialist PRN, Behavioral Health
McKinney, TX - USA
Job Summary
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
An 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 activity
- Conducts initial evaluation initiates the assessment documents patient symptomology functioning and needs and provides information to MD for LOC determination
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients physicians visitors and coworkers in a prompt and courteous manner
- Possess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA
- Maintains all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy and completes all pre-certification with insurance companies with insurance companies
What were looking for
Applicants should have an Associates Degree in Nursing (Required) or Masters Degree in Social Work/Counseling (Required). Additional requirements include:
- Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
- A current clinical social work or RN license as required by state regulations
- CPR certification and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
More about Collin Springs
Collin Springsis a 72-bed Behavioral Health hospital offering exceptional care to the McKinney TX community
EEOC Statement
Collin Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Collin Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
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About Company
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 a ... View more