FT Intake Assessor
RiverVista Behavioral Hospital•Columbus, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
Join the Journey of Hope. Be the first calm voice patients hear. Our Licensed Intake Assessor completes timely, trauma‑informed evaluations to guide the right level of care—right away —providing a calm, vigilant presence while others rest.
Requirements
- Active independent licensure (e.g., RN, Registered Nurse, or state equivalent).
- 1+ years acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience.
- Expertise in risk assessment, de‑escalation, and payer authorization processes.
Responsibilities
- Complete biopsychosocial assessments, suicide and violence risk screens (e.g., C‑SSRS), and ASAM when indicated.
- Obtain collateral, verify benefits, and coordinate bed placement with nursing/medical leadership.
- Consult with the on‑call psychiatrist/NP; formulate provisional diagnoses and recommendations.
- Document clearly in the EMR and communicate decisions to patients, families, and referral sources.
- Ensure continuity of care overnight with vigilant observation and timely documentation.
- Manage after‑hours admissions and urgent needs; prepare a thorough handoff to the day team.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options
- Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy)
- Dental
- Vision
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Life and disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000
- Student loan forgiveness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
