Psychotherapist - Atrium Health BHC ED - FT

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Psychotherapist position within Atrium Health Behavioral Health, specifically in the Emergency Department setting. The role involves developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care, managing clients in crisis, writing treatment and discharge plans, and collaborating with guardians and community agencies. The psychotherapist will complete patient care assignments accurately, provide documentation in the medical record, and complete timely billing information. Additionally, they will design and implement patient education programs and maintain open communication with the healthcare team for optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

Master's degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required.
Full licensure in applicable state required.
2 years clinical experience required.
CPI and CPR training required for psychotherapist working in inpatient psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

Develops, implements and evaluates patient care according to identified needs.
Manages clients in crisis utilizing appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques.
Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation.
Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process.
Collaborates with appropriate guardians and community agencies to insure effective service delivery.
Completes patient care assignments with attention to detail and accuracy.
Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record.
Completes accurate and timely billing information.
Designs, plans, implements effective patient education.
Maintains open lines of communication, collaborates with healthcare team for patient outcome.