Therapist, Outpatient, (PRN)

Lifepoint Health • Gilbert, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Springs East, operated jointly with Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Therapist to join their team. The role emphasizes a commitment to prioritizing employee well-being to enable exceptional patient care. The Therapist will contribute to providing superior patient care that exceeds industry standards and patient expectations, making a difference in the lives of those served.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• Master’s degree in social work or counseling required.
• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Current unencumbered clinical license per state of practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions to educate patients regarding psychological, emotional, or substance abuse problems.
• Displays active involvement in treatment planning process.
• Provides family session counseling to all patients to ensure appropriate communication and involvement of family members and support groups.
• Actively communicates with clients, families, and outside referral sources, demonstrating proactive communication with those involved with the patient’s treatment.
• Works well with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review and nursing staff members, demonstrating active communication with team members.
• Effectively communicates to UR on treatment and LOS issues.
• Completes appropriate paperwork for clients in a timely, accurate and complete manner.
• Demonstrates appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills, acting as a member of the team with crisis situations, assisting others to ensure patient safety.
• Completes accurate assessments of patients utilizing clinical skills.
• Assists care coordination department as requested.
• Completes all documentation thoroughly, timely, and in accordance with hospital standards.
• Displays a thorough knowledge of confidentiality and completes releases appropriately.
• Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulations and abides by those standards.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of all clinical regulations, including TJC, Medicaid, and state and federal laws.
• Displays active involvement in the discharge, transition, and after-care planning treatment processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level