Crisis Intervention Associate

LifeBridge Health; Randallstown (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced

Paid time off and free on-site parking

Job summary

Northwest Hospital, part of LifeBridge Health in the Baltimore area, seeks a non-clinical coordinator to support psychiatric evaluation and disposition in the ED. You will review Medical Records, identify inpatient bed resources, and collaborate with the Crisis Intervention Specialist (CIS) to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include contacting third-party payors to obtain authorization and providing demographic data to support treatment approvals, contributing to compliant discharge

Qualifications

• Less than one year related experience

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and place psychiatric patients in the ED, reviewing Medical Records to identify bed resources for inpatient hospitalization.
• Contact third-party payors to obtain authorization and approvals for treatment.
• Assist the Crisis Intervention Specialist staff with related non-clinical tasks in support of psychiatric evaluation and disposition of ED patients.
• Maintain accurate patient data and support discharge planning as needed

Job description

Summary:
Responsible for non-clinical functions associated with evaluation and placement of psychiatric patients in the ED. Searches previous Medical Records and identifies bed resources for inpatient hospitalization. Contacts third party payors and provides demographic and other patient data to procure authorization and approval for treatment. Assists the Crisis Intervention Specialist (CIS) staff with other related non-clinical tasks in support of psychiatric evaluation and disposition of ED patients

Experience:
Essential:
Less than one year related experience

Pay Range: $17.00 to $28.65 Based On Experience

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications

Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Northwest Hospital

Northwest Hospital is a full-service community hospital in Baltimore County serving Randallstown, Pikesville, Owings Mills, and beyond. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Northwest delivers compassionate, high-quality care close to home, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.