Bed Placement & Transfer Center Specialist (Mental Health)

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Per Diem Bed Placement and Transfer Center Mental Health Counselor to support intake, triage, and bed capacity coordination. You will coordinate with hospital partners and use EMR systems to ensure timely admissions and accurate referral data.

The role emphasizes initial assessments, liaison work across departments, and clear communication with patients and staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates patient-centered intake triage and accurate data entry.
• Works with hospital partners to ensure timely bed placement.
• Maintains professional communication with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to changing referrals and bed capacity.
• Proficient in EMR and multiple computer systems for referrals.
• Excellent attention to detail and teamwork.
• Effective phone screening and intake assessment.
• Reads documentation and understands admission requirements.
• Upholds regulatory guidelines for referrals and admissions.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals in EMR, track status, and monitor bed capacity.
• Answer calls, perform initial assessments, and screen for bedded programs.
• Ensure referral information is complete and accurate.
• Place clients using multiple computer systems and monitor activity.
• Conduct ASAM screenings and refer for admission as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison with hospital ERs and referral partners to ensure care.

Skills

Interdepartmental coordination

Phone screening

EMR navigation

Bed management

Communication

Referrals handling

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Per Diem Bed Placement and Transfer Center Mental Health Counselor to support intake, triage, and bed capacity coordination. You will coordinate with hospital partners and use EMR systems to ensure timely admissions and accurate referral data.

The role emphasizes initial assessments, liaison work across departments, and clear communication with patients and staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting.