Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist- Sheridan

Responsibilities

• At the PCP’s request, BHC will consult with patients and assist the PCP with assessment and co-management of target problems.
• Conduct assessments (i.e. diagnosis) and medically necessary interventions, and/or consultations gearing their services toward patient need and long-term wellness.
• Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions and/or referral for higher level of care.
• Aid in the direction of “at risk” patients and develop plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration.
• Provide timely and succinct feedback to PCPs about all referred patients.
• When not in the primary care clinic, BHC’s are readily available to the PCP by phone during usual duty hours to provide consultation.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of services provided to each patient.
• Adhere to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, and OSHA.
• Provide reports and updates to the Director of Behavioral Health as assigned in a timely manner.
• Serve as part of the care team; following and implementing workflows that support and sustain MHSI Patient Centered Medical Home model of care.
• Participate in all Risk Management activities as assigned.
• Ability to travel for activities such as meetings, classes, and/or conferences. Must be able to travel by air as needed to attend training and related activities, including overnight travel.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health or COO.

Qualifications

• LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAC, Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a Ph.D. or Psy.D from an APA approved Clinical Psychology program.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
• Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
• Good knowledge of psycho-pharmacology.
• Excellent communication, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
• Ability to take direction and work well with a team but also be self-motivated.
• Bilingual preferred, Spanish.
• Engages in professional development activities, such as trainings and CEUs.
• The ability to work through brief patient contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessment of mental health and behavioral conditions.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.