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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled Clinician to join their team. The primary responsibilities of this role include facilitating group treatment modalities, conducting initial assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, and maintaining accurate documentation. The Clinician will also be responsible for coordinating patient care with other professionals and managing patient crises situations.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Effectively facilitate group treatment modalities using approved curriculums and standard group facilitation techniques.
• Conduct initial assessments of new patients and develop initial treatment plans.
• Develop master treatment plans in a timely manner, using data from assessments and input from the treatment team.
• Review and update treatment plans for assigned patients as prescribed by program policies and procedures.
• Utilize treatment planning meetings to review problems, progress, and discharge plans for assigned patients.
• Accurately enter progress notes within established timeframes and ensure they are legible and address treatment goals.
• Document incidents or unusual occurrences promptly.
• Monitor medical records to ensure completeness and accuracy, notifying the Program Director of any issues.
• Complete discharge summaries for assigned patients in a timely manner.
• Participate in public relations and educational activities as assigned.
• Demonstrate competency with the age-specific needs of adult patients and effectively assess their needs.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with patients and schedule regular 1:1 interactions to review goals and progress.
• Maintain regular documented contact with patients' care team and act as a liaison for necessary information.
• Monitor patient attendance and follow up on attendance issues promptly.
• Gather information and implement behavioral contracts as needed.
• Assist in counseling patients about funding issues as requested.
• Coordinate with attending physicians regarding treatment and discharge plans.
• Follow mandatory reporting laws for abuse and domestic violence in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all billing procedures and conduct insurance reviews effectively.
• Manage patient crisis situations effectively.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.