Franciscan Alliance
Emergency Consult Coordinator
The Emergency Consult Coordinator (ECC) is responsible for completing an intake assessment to obtain information necessary in determining what level of care the patient needs. The ECC will report their findings to the psychiatrist on call/physician for their determination. The ECC will follow psychiatrist on call/physician recommendation for coordination of care, and communicate such with the Emergency Department, referral sources and/or inpatient care. In some instances, assessments may require a licensed clinician's approval. The ECC will be expected to understand all levels of behavioral healthcare provided by Franciscan, as well as a complete understanding of outside referral sources within the surrounding area. The ECC must be able to adapt quickly, work independently, be detail oriented, and well organized to be successful. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. What You Can Expect: Answer telephone and returns voicemails in a timely manner. Assist in the execution and completion of Emergency Detention Orders. Assist Telehealth psychiatrists in the use of the InTouch Vici "Robot", as needed. Complete all required forms, including pre-authorization for admission. Implement patient disposition, as ordered. Obtain and document a psychosocial assessment in the electronic record. Report patients' clinical needs to the psychiatrist on call. Utilize community resources effectively. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling Preferred: 2 years Social Services Preferred: Crisis Intervention (CI) Travel is required. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
The Emergency Consult Coordinator (ECC) is responsible for completing an intake assessment to obtain information necessary in determining what level of care the patient needs. The ECC will report their findings to the psychiatrist on call/physician for their determination. The ECC will follow psychiatrist on call/physician recommendation for coordination of care, and communicate such with the Emergency Department, referral sources and/or inpatient care. In some instances, assessments may require a licensed clinician's approval. The ECC will be expected to understand all levels of behavioral healthcare provided by Franciscan, as well as a complete understanding of outside referral sources within the surrounding area. The ECC must be able to adapt quickly, work independently, be detail oriented, and well organized to be successful. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. What You Can Expect: Answer telephone and returns voicemails in a timely manner. Assist in the execution and completion of Emergency Detention Orders. Assist Telehealth psychiatrists in the use of the InTouch Vici "Robot", as needed. Complete all required forms, including pre-authorization for admission. Implement patient disposition, as ordered. Obtain and document a psychosocial assessment in the electronic record. Report patients' clinical needs to the psychiatrist on call. Utilize community resources effectively. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling Preferred: 2 years Social Services Preferred: Crisis Intervention (CI) Travel is required. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.