Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) / Physician Assistant (PA)Job Number: 26-11848
Job Summary: Under the supervision of a licensed physician, serves as a provider in a community mental health setting, providing medical services within the scope of licensure, training, credentialing, and current standards of care, and per quality criteria of the employer. Determines and documents evidence of psychopathology, if present, and makes a diagnostic formulation. Assess the client's needs and options to satisfy the requirements of the case. Discusses with the client their findings and recommendations. Decides whether initiation of treatment is urgent: medication, labs, other diagnostic tests, hospitalization, social services, detox program; verifies that written consent for medication of the client has been secured, documents therapist's plan, and/or completes other referral medical forms as appropriate. With the consent of the client, the therapist carries out the treatment plan, documents in a prescribed manner the interactions during sessions, and the progress of therapy. Discusses their opinions and/or findings with therapists and makes recommendations when indicated. Works harmoniously with Unit Manager(s), Medical Director, and Chief Medical Officer to define and deliver quality clinical medical care for all patients within the units.
Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.
Education:Required:
- Master's degree in Nursing.
License:Required:
- Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse-Psychiatric Mental Health or a Physician Assistant in Texas.
- DEA license.
- Current and valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.
- Board Certified in Psychiatry.
Hours: Full-Time.
Workhours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Workdays: Monday - Friday.
Salary: $133,427.26 - $196,918.96, based on years of licensure.
Employee Benefits: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave
- Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement account
- Gold's Gym membership discount
- Mileage reimbursement
For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role.
This position requires the employee to reside in the state of Texas.
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