Assessment Lead, Behavioral Health

Overview Schedule: Full Time Your experience matters Mesa Springs is part of Lifepoint 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 Lead joining our team, you are 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. Responsibilities Facilitates response to request for services, including the initial response, the assessment and referral process, the designation of appropriate level of care, admission into services and appropriate follow up activity Conducts initial evaluation, initiates the assessment, documenting patient symptomology, functioning, 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 Possesses clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA Maintains all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy, completes all pre-certification with insurance companies Ensures appropriate staffing for shift Minimizes use of overtime Assists in monitoring attendance Educates and coaches staff and acts as a point person for clinical decisions Reports all issues and incidents to the Director appropriately Ensures staff has completed all needed documentation, call logging, insurance calls, and additional tasks prior to the end of shift Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more. Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we\'re looking for Applicants should have an Associate\'s Degree in Nursing or Master\'s Degree in Social Work/Counseling (Required). Additional requirements include: Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills. Current clinical, social work or RN license as required by state regulations. CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire About Mesa Springs Mesa Springs is a Behavioral Health hospital offering exceptional care to the Fort Worth, TX community. EEOC Statement Mesa Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mesa Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Memorial Physician Practices