Psychiatric Evaluator - Rn/Lmsw

Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.

Our team of professional caregivers will do a thorough evaluation to help determine what is causing your distress and how we can best help you. We will check carefully for any underlying medical illness or biochemical origins to your symptoms. We will then work with you, your family, and other health-care professionals to develop a course of treatment that is right for you.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for collection of comprehensive biopsychosocial data, assessment/determination of lethality/risk, pre-certification of medical care with insurance/managed care entities.

• Provide liaison services between emergency department providers and psychiatric providers in determining the disposition of clients in need of psychiatric evaluation.

• Position is responsible for determination of need for clinical consultation with psychiatrist and medical consultation with emergency department staff to allow timely patient disposition. If RN, receive physician orders for disposition

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited college or university. Current license to practice as an LMHC or LMSW/LCSW OR Registered Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university; Successful completion of TCI Training within three months of hire.

• Experience: Previous experience in mental health field, preferably in an acute care inpatient psychiatric setting; Provide psychosocial assessment and interview of patients, clients, family members and/or persons deemed necessary to obtain the most complete case history in the Emergency Department or ED Flex space; Complete documentation of psychosocial evaluation to include a formulation of all data leading to a decision for disposition, legal status paperwork, insurance authorization, releases of information appropriate to data collection.

Physical Requirements:

• Audio/visual acuity and physical dexterity to interact appropriately with patients, peers, visitors, staff, and outside customers/agencies;

• Ability to do long periods of standing, walking, bending and stretching, and ability to change position and body motion quickly;

• Ability to lift and assist in lifting, utilizing appropriate body mechanics, without weight restriction;

• Ability to participate as a member of the team trained to physically subdue and restrain individuals in behavioral dyscontrol, of all sizes and strengths. This activity includes, but is not limited to, lifting, holding, straining and running.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite

Pay Range Disclosure:

• $28.50 to $50 per [hour]

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

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