Behavioral Assistant Job Description
Behavioral assistant
provides a variety of patient care and clerical functions in assisting with the care of patients within the appropriate scope of practice.
Behavioral Assistant Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Medical terminology/working in medical field preferred
Uses problem-solving skills to determine the course of action to generate the best patient clinical outcome, the physicians’ preferences, and the transferring and receiving hospitals
Assists in the patient/family care utilizing established techniques with the Treatment Team
Assisting the patients with daily activities as ordered by the physicians
Distributing food trays to patients and assisting patients with tray preparation as required
Monitoring, measuring, and recording patient intake and output according to nursing protocols and physician orders
Maintaining the patient environment in a manner that promotes cleanliness, patient comfort and patient safety
Providing patients with fresh water at established intervals within the medical treatment plan
Reporting changes in patient’s condition to LPN/RN/Doctor or the relevant personnel
Responding to patient call lights/bells, caring for the needs of the patients according to her/his skill level
Behavioral Assistant Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Behavioral Assistant
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, BLS, CNA, AHA, CMA, BA, DCBHS, AAMA, HCP, MA
Education for Behavioral Assistant
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the behavioral assistant job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and High School Degree in Education, Psychology, Nursing, Arts, Counseling, Human Development, Special Education, Social Work, Associates, Health
Skills for Behavioral Assistant
Desired skills for behavioral assistant include:
Behavior plan development and implementation
Data collection
Growth and development in patient interactions and treatment
Interpreting behavioral assessment
Child development
Demonstrated skills working with children in groups
Medical terminology
Human growth and development
CAP
IHI
Desired experience for behavioral assistant includes:
Welcoming new admissions, orienting patients to unit/room, completing valuables list, preparing personal items, zeroing the bed scale and recording vital signs (as assigned by RN)
Collecting patient specimens (urine, stool, sputum), checking labels at bedside comparing two (2) unique patient identifiers, and sending to lab for analysis according to protocol and communicate to nurse
Performs documentation, and clerical duties
Documenting care and data as outlined in policy/procedure using the correct forms and Cerner data entry
Assisting with Unit Clerk as assigned
Provides safe patient transportation
Behavioral Assistant Examples
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Behavioral Assistant Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a behavioral assistant. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for behavioral assistant
- Assisting the nursing staff in maintaining a safe environment in the in-patient setting
- BCS response priority
- Instructs and consults with families/caregivers in behavior program implementation assisting them in locating necessary resources which will aid in success of intervention
- Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress
- Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other special designed laboratory apparatus and equipment
- Assembles and analyzes research data
- Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication
- May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures and reviewing work in process and upon completion
- Assists the Senior Medical Director in overseeing the application of medical necessity criteria for service eligibility in regards to type, amount and duration of service
- Record vital signs and report abnormal symptoms
Qualifications for behavioral assistant
- Minimum 2 years of experience in either science publishing or journal publishing is preferred
- Thorough knowledge of office procedures including efficient filing
- Ability to follow directions, learn quickly and work accurately
- Responsible for performing patient oriented procedures under the clinical supervision of a practitioner
- Demonstrates knowledge of all back office functions in accordance to the Medical Assistant role
- Assures patient visits are complete from intake to checkout while explaining next steps and answering pertinent questions
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a behavioral assistant. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for behavioral assistant
- Assist with subduing or restraining patients under the direction of the RN or mental health professional
- Provide continual observation of restrained or secluded patients and report unsafe or deteriorating patient condition to the RN in a timely manner
- Works in conjunction with the Coordinator in the supervision of Rehab Assistants to ensure that the Core Values and corporate policies are being upheld
- Serves as a consultant and mediator for physicians (and their offices), NP’s, PA’s, nurses, and ancillary staff
- Responsible for the daily operations and planning of workflow for the clinic support staff to ensure that all team members know what their priorities
- Responsible for training new hires and/or cross-training employees from other areas of the department, as needed
- Greet and prepare patients for the practitioner
- Arrange for patient testing, referrals and/or hospital admission under direction of the provider
- Epic super-user providing support for end users with their daily workflows in department
- Continuing Medical Education.Participates in continuing medical education to include specialty and sub-specialty meetings, clubs, boards, and conferences
Qualifications for behavioral assistant
- At least 6 months of office experience
- Maintains availability to assist other Medical Assistants when necessary
- Assists clinic management in preparation of regulatory Facility Site Reviews (FSR) and audits
- Must be currently certified as a Certified Nursing Assistant or EMT
- Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
- Must an active Illinois Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant license
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Behavioral Assistant Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of behavioral assistant. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for behavioral assistant
- Treatment Plans
- Provide administrative support to directors in the behavioral health department
- Perform a full range of senior-level support services, general office support services, and associated special projects
- Complete and submit institutional documents (requisitions and forms)
- Maintain filing systems and manage records
- Answer phones and record messages
- Implement tracking systems, for example, reimbursement requests & payments, calendar invitations, assignments and various requests
- Maintain EndNote or other reference databases by adding new references, revising or updating existing references, and downloading abstracts
- Track stages of article/book chapter submission, provide status updates, revise professional documents
- Maintain professional documents such as other support, biosketch, CVs in various formats for faculty members and as necessary, for their collaborators
Qualifications for behavioral assistant
- Undergraduate degree (B.A
- Must have a Master’s Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
- Physician reviewer experience in the insurance industry preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or the ability to obtain certification within the orientation period
- Must obtain institution's Health Care Assistant certification
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) (within 30 days)
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a behavioral assistant. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for behavioral assistant
- Review documents with faculty on a regular basis to assure accuracy of information and timely revisions
- Complete monthly expense review (stat reports)
- Coordinate travel arrangements and reimbursements
- Facilitate procurement of resources and services
- Modify documents to meet standards for submission
- Input information to compile sections for grant and manuscript submissions
- Assist with training and orientation of personnel to administrative procedures
- Perform tasks associated with special or ad hoc projects
- Coordinates specials projects and activities as assigned by faculty or the department administration
- Maintain expense logs and transaction documentation and perform reconcilation of expenses on various financial accounts
Qualifications for behavioral assistant
- Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program
- Must be board certified or board eligible in General Psychiatry
- Added qualifications in Addiction Psychiatry for evaluation and treatment of inpatient detoxification and substance abuse related consults in the hospital
- Position includes direct clinical care in the outpatient setting
- Scholarly activity is strongly encouraged and supported
- Associate’s degree in a mental health or human services discipline
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a behavioral assistant. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for behavioral assistant
- General medical, psychiatric, substance abuse, social and family history
- History of allergies and /or untoward responses to medication
- Mental status exam
- Assessment of spirituality
- A DSM IV diagnosis
- Short and long term goals
- A treatment plan, when indicated
- Provides education to staff, patients and their families
- Provides clerical support to office, answering phones, and filing, greeting customers, and preparing documents as assigned
- May perform reception and transcription duties as needed
Qualifications for behavioral assistant
- Requires current, valid Connecticut driver’s license
- Experience in either science publishing or journal publishing is a plus
- Possesses a knowledge of position requirements and able to perform position in compliance with all requirements/regulations/laws
- PhD and postdoctoral experience in behavioral neuroscience or a related discipline
- Active research program in developmental behavioral neuroscience with potential to generate external funding
- Publication record commensurate with experience