Telemental Health Clinician II - ED Telepsychiatry - PRN Overnights

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This PRN position in Telemental Health Clinician II - ED Telepsychiatry requires a Master's degree in a relevant human services field or an Associate's degree in Nursing (Bachelor's in Nursing preferred) with 2 years of clinical experience. The role involves conducting assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and crisis intervention for high-risk patients. The clinician will maintain expertise in their specialty, identify and resolve barriers to care, and adhere to professional ethics. Effective communication, documentation in the medical record, and sound clinical judgment in a fast-paced environment are essential. The position also involves participating in policy development and revision. The work environment includes a Call Center, patient care units, emergency rooms, offices, and conference areas, with potential exposure to hostile patients. The role requires frequent movement, answering telephones, and interdisciplinary communication.

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 or an Associate's degree in Nursing; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Full current licensure in the state of applicable state required.
2 years of clinical experience required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

Conducts assessments and psychosocial evaluations on patients using criteria established by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association.
Assesses and implements the crisis plan and crisis intervention for high-risk patients (i.e. suicidal, homicidal, psychotic, aggressive) uses appropriate skills and assessments.
Maintains current knowledge/level of expertise in area of specialty and various treatment modalities.
Identifies and works to resolve barriers to patients seeking and receiving behavioral health services.
Adheres to the professional standards and code of ethics set forth by applicable licensing board.
Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with clarity and organization while ensuring appropriate communication occurs between the medical staff, leadership team, service line leadership and team members.
Documents relevant assessment and progress updates in the medical record according to departmental standards.
Demonstrates effective decision making in a rapid paced environment with attention to detail utilizing logical and appropriate clinical judgment.
Participates in development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of departmental policies and procedures.