APNP / PA

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (APNP) or a Physician Assistant (PA), will play a critical role in managing the clinical, operational, and administrative tasks associated with client care in our Residential Dual Diagnosis program. This position requires a high level of clinical expertise in a psychiatric or medical setting, focusing on delivering integrated, client-centered care, and program management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Clinical Evaluations and Client Care :
• Perform comprehensive initial intake assessments within 24 hours of client admission to determine the appropriate level of care.
• Provide ongoing primary medical care and psychiatric evaluations as required.
• Prescribe medications and manage therapeutic plans, ensuring treatments are medically necessary and appropriate.
• Document all client interactions and treatment modifications in the facilitys electronic medical records (EMR) system promptly.
• Program Oversight and Development :
• Engage in the development, evaluation, and refinement of clinical programs, assessing their effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Make recommendations for policy improvements and resource allocations to enhance program outcomes, liaising directly with the Director.
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration :
• Act as a key intermediary between medical, clinical, and support staff to foster seamless integrated client care.
• Participate actively in therapy groups, family meetings, staff briefings, and other relevant activities, contributing expert knowledge and clinical perspectives.
• Medication and Treatment Management :
• Oversee the medication administration process, including verification, documentation, and secure management of prescription medications.
• Coordinate and supervise internal doctor visits for medical psychiatric intake and reviews, according to the medical staffs schedules.
• Client Advocacy and Engagement :
• Ensure a supportive, welcoming environment for clients, familiarizing them with facility services and personnel.
• Conduct regular evaluations of client progress, providing at least weekly updates for residential clients.
• Manage the collection and processing of drug screens, and oversee the submission of prescriptions as needed.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance :
• Utilize and optimize the EMR for all client documentation and interdepartmental communications.
• Maintain vigilant oversight of medical and mental status, reporting significant observations back to the clinical team.
• Safeguard client rights and confidentiality, ensuring respectful and dignified treatment across all interactions.

Flexible work from home options available.