Psych Assessment Clinician - Psych

East Alabama Hospital • Opelika, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Staff in this position will, upon request by the ED Physician, complete psychiatric assessments on patients in the ED, and then staff each case with the on call Psychiatrist and formulate appropriate dispositions. The PAC will interface as necessary with families, DHR, outpatient service providers and local Probate Courts. The PAC will coordinate referrals from outside health care facilities, clinic and community mental health agencies and then staff with appropriate RN and Psychiatrist.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in counseling, social work, or psychology

Nice To Haves

• A Clinical Masters degree in a field of human services
• Experience interviewing patients
• Experience in communicating with outside agencies to include DHR

Responsibilities

• Complete psychiatric assessments on patients in the ED upon request by the ED Physician.
• Staff each case with the on-call Psychiatrist and formulate appropriate dispositions.
• Interface with families, DHR, outpatient service providers, and local Probate Courts as necessary.
• Coordinate referrals from outside health care facilities, clinics, and community mental health agencies.
• Staff coordinated referrals with appropriate RN and Psychiatrist.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees