Behavioral Health Assessment Coordinator (Full-Time)

Memorial Physician Practices; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off and disability coverage

Tuition assistance and 401(k) with a:e

Wellness programs and health resources

Career development opportunities

Job summary

TGH Behavioral Hospital in Tampa, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an Assessment Coordinator to manage referrals, schedule initial psychiatric assessments and coordinate admissions for patients with substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders. Strong assessment skills and experience in psychiatric settings are preferred.

Join a team focused on compassionate care and efficient patient processing, including documentation, referrals, and discharge support within a 3x12 schedule and

Qualifications

• CPR certification and CPI training within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
• Experience in psychiatric health-care settings preferred but not required; strong assessment skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Assess walk-in and phone callers to determine appropriate services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments.
• Answer inquiry calls, present treatment options, document calls and set appointments.
• Collaborate with business office staff to ensure efficient admission processes and triage patients if needed.
• Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
• Maintain 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 and orient patients to units and outpatient programs; assist with discharges and send documentation to referral sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

CPI training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

TGH Behavioral Hospital in Tampa, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an Assessment Coordinator to manage referrals, schedule initial psychiatric assessments and coordinate admissions for patients with substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders. Strong assessment skills and experience in psychiatric settings are preferred.

Join a team focused on compassionate care and efficient patient processing, including documentation, referrals, and discharge support within a 3x12 schedule and