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Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Assessment Clinician

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeEnglewood, CO, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree in social work or counseling is required.
  • Current state licensure is required; independent licensure is highly preferred.
  • Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients is preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment skills are required.
  • CPR and CPI certification must be obtained within 30 days.
  • May be required to work flexible hours and overtime and must meet typing and keyboard expectations.
  • With proper credentials, the specialist may be required to complete patient vital-sign checks.

Responsibilities

  • Receive inquiry calls and assist callers with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage to an appropriate community referral.
  • Assess, or ensure assessment by a qualified mental health professional of, patients who present for assessment.
  • Screen for medical and behavioral emergency conditions.
  • Perform comprehensive assessments and provide quality therapeutic care to patients seeking treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders.
  • Coordinate with the clinical team and on-call physician to ensure patient needs are met at the facility or through other appropriate community providers.
  • Interpret treatment to patients and families to help reduce fear and other attitudes that obstruct acceptance of care and continuation of treatment.
  • Complete administrative processes for admission and precertification of care with external payers, as necessary.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients.
  • Independent licensure.

About the Company

Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Lifepoint Health operates a large network of hospitals and care sites, including community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers, to provide care across the health continuum. It delivers care through its Lifepoint Forward initiative, pursuing practical solutions to improve quality, expand access, and increase value for patients and communities. Its differentiation comes from its scale, integrated care across hospitals and post-acute services, and a strong emphasis on community health outcomes rather than isolated services. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes, broaden access to care, and deliver better value for the communities it serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Founded
1999

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