What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Behavioral Health Liaison position at Psychiatric Medical Care?
Description
PRN Clinical Liaison- Inpatient Behavioral Health
Salary: $30/hour - $42/hour (Dependent upon experience)
Hours: PRN evening shift hours will range upon need
Location: Albuquerque, NM (onsite)
Summary of Job Duties:
- Responsible for facilitating admissions to the Behavioral health Unit by performing an initial psychiatric evaluation and/or assisting in determining appropriate level of care.
- Clinician responds to requests from other facilities within the system.
- Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Work Conditions:
- May be required to work irregular schedules including but not limited to as applicable: Nights, Weekends, Holidays, on-call, and Overtime.
- Potential exposure to hazards materials/situations to include but not limited to, blood borne pathogens, ionizing radiation, and communicable diseases.
Essential Functions:
- Responds to service requests to include, but not limited to, the assessment and referral process, the designation of appropriate level of care and admission for Behavioral health services.
- Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers. Cooperates and interacts well with supervisors and peers.
- Utilizes the theoretical concepts relative to age-specific and/or chemically dependent patients to guide the effective practice of healthcare.
- Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested
- Participates in staff development activities and program meetings to ensure compliance with program objectives and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Education:
Master leveled clinical licensure of licensed RN required
Licensure:
RMHC, LMSW, or LPC, or LPCC, or LISW, or LMHC, or RN AND Valid NM Driver's License.
Experience:
Experience in psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and communication with external review entities.
Two (2) years of experience in direct clinical practice in a psychiatric mental/chemical dependency setting
Salary : $30 - $42
