Behavioral Health ED Evaluator - PRN, Per Diem Available

Overview

Come work with a great team!  We look for qualified licensed professionals and place our trust in our employees to do their best.  Signet Health manages and provides the Behavioral Health Services for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. 

 

We are hiring for a PRN/Per Diem, as needed, Behavioral Health ED Evaluator.

 

 

This position will report to the Director of Intake and Assessment.

 

Responsibilities and duties include, but not limited to the following:

• Provides clinical evaluations of prospective patients determining patients’ appropriateness for the program.
• Coordinates the psychiatric assessment process with the attending psychiatrists.
• Identifies age-appropriate developmental tasks and needs as evidenced in the development of care.
• Maintains contact with personal care homes, nursing homes, medical-surgical units and other facilities and agencies to promote the program and to provide education regarding services available for their clients/residents.
• Provides ongoing communications with referral sources concerning the status of patients referred into the program.
• Develops appropriate outreach activities to promote the image and reputation of the program.
• Completes the EMTALA log documentation.
• Transfer/Coordination – Refers patient to outside hospitals/facilities as needed.
• Obtains insurance authorization.
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

 

Requirements/Qualifications

Education, Experience & Skills: 

 

• Graduation from an accredited Social Work program with active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) Maryland license.
• One year Adult Psych, and/or Substance Use experience preferred.
• Articulate verbal communication and strong written skills.
• Proficient computer skills required; Cerner MedConnect experience preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

 

Salary Range:

$38.00 to $45.00 per hour

 

EOE

Hospital/Program Description

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Clinton MD is a 182-bed facility providing over 48,000 emergency room visits annually. The Behavioral Health Program includes a 24-bed Adult inpatient unit, a Partial Hospitalization Program and a Behavioral Health section of the Emergency Department.

 

Southern Maryland offers the peace and comfort of a smaller community with the culture of Washington DC a short 20 minutes away. Historic homes and landmarks comprise the city's main tourism landscape and offer a glimpse into Maryland's early life. Nearby attractions include Andrews Air Force Base and Camp Springs and the National Harbor.