Assessment Coordinator

Lifepoint Health; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Life Insurance

Education Tuition Support

Loan Assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

El Dorado Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Assessment Coordinator to manage intake of walk-in and phone callers, schedule initial psychiatric assessments for substance use, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders, and collaborate with the admissions team.

The role emphasizes clerical support, documentation, coordination of admission paperwork, and ensuring timely referrals, with CPR certification required and a strong emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric health‑care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients.
• CPR and de‑escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess walk‑in and phone callers to determine appropriate services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments.
• Answer inquiry calls regarding treatment and facility services, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments.
• Collaborate with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and refer or triage patients to other treatment sources.
• Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
• Maintain an appropriate stock of forms and supplies to support the Care Coordination Department.
• Check in patient belongings, process consent forms, and coordinate admission paperwork.
• Schedule assessment appointments, orient patients to units and outpatient programs, assist with discharges, and send documentation to referral sources within required timeframes.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Assessment skills

Scheduling

Patient experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Assessment Coordinator

Facility Name: El Dorado Springs

Schedule: Full-Time

Your experience matters

El Dorado Springs ispartof Lifepoint Health,a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As anAssessment Coordinator joining our team,you'reembracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills,compassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Howyou'llcontribute

An Assessment Coordinator who excels in this role:

• Assess walk‑in and phone callers to determine appropriate services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments for individuals seeking treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders.
• Answer inquiry calls regarding treatment and facility services, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments for callers seeking treatment.
• Collaborate with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and refer or triage patients to other treatment sources when appropriate.
• Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
• Maintain an appropriate stock of forms and supplies to support the Care Coordination Department.
• Check in patient belongings, process consent forms, and coordinate admission paperwork.
• Schedule assessment appointments, orient patients to units and outpatient programs, assist with discharges, and send documentation to referral sources within required timeframes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Whyjoin us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• FinancialProtection& PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-andlong-term disability, paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance, loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental healthservicesand discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.

Whatwe'relooking for

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a psychiatric health‑care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required.
• Certifications: CPR and de‑escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

EEOC Statement

El Dorado Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer. El Dorado Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees andcomplies withall applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.