A&R Clinician (Nights)
About the role
The Assessment & Referral Clinician (A&R Clinician) is required to handle a high volume of public and professional inquiries, schedule and conduct intake appointments, conduct follow-up calls, track calls and assessments and admissions. Update bed boards, assessment boards and use a multi-line telephone system. Work is performed in a team setting, as well as on an individual basis and is performed under the supervision of the Director of Intake.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Counsels patients and families on the appropriateness of services and provides referrals as necessary.
- Conducts intake interviews to establish and assess for appropriate level of care.
- Receives incoming inquiry calls and conducts an initial intake screening to establish viability for services.
- Serves as client liaison, providing accurate, complete interviews of patient needs and making appropriate referrals (i.e., free initial consultation, direct admission or outpatient referrals).
- Accurately and appropriately assesses the psychosocial and emotional status utilizing knowledge and skills related to children, adolescents, adults and the special needs of the geriatric population.
- Serves as liaison to business office/utilization review; coordinates insurance verification with business office/utilization review departments.
- Conginates communications and activities between clinical staff, nursing staff, business office and business development staff.
- Makes follow-up calls to professional or agency referral sources regarding patient disposition.
- Documents, collects and organizes data resulting from inquiry calls to assist with referral development.
- Utilizes a logical approach to solve problems and manage situations in a positive manner.
- Participates in hospital programs designed to ensure patient safety, i.e., fire drills, Code 1, etc.
- Expresses ideas and concerns in a constructive manner.
- Notifies supervisor of essential information.
- Utilizes the proper defined channels of communication and lines of authority.
- Provides oral and written communication that reflects clarity and accuracy.
- Maintains an open line of communication with physicians and staff throughout the hospital, to support facility goals and to facilitate the delivery of patient care.
- Works and interacts with others to accomplish overall hospital and departmental goals.
- Treats peers with respect and dignity.
- Handles patient/family complaints appropriately and according to policy.
- Assists in all areas of department as needed.
Education and/or Experience
- Must have graduated from a Registered Nurse accredited school or have a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Behavioral Health or related field.
- Experience in Behavioral Health assessment and/or treatment preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience on an inpatient Behavioral Health Unit preferred.
Benefits
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401k
Medical specialties
- Psychiatry
Schedule
- 12 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate
- Springfield, MO 65803: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)
Company Information
To learn more about the company, please visit our website at: https://www.perimeterhealthcare.com
EEO Statement
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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