Advanced Practice Partner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Behavioral Health

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About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number
NONAC3747


Job Title
Advanced Practice Partner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Behavioral Health


Position Title
Advanced Practice Partner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Behavioral Health


Position Type
Non-Faculty


Number of vacancies
1


Salary
Commensurate with experience


Department
Student Health and Wellness


Position Summary


The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine is seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with Child and Adolescent mental healthcare experience. The successful candidate should be community-oriented with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to the advancement of mental health equity.

The position will provide ambulatory services for Morehouse Healthcare. The Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will practice under the direction of the supervising Physician and will provide medical services to patients. The Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will primarily perform diagnosing, ordering, conducting, supervising and interpreting diagnostic and laboratory tests, and prescribing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments in the direct management of acute and chronic illness and disease.

• Promotes health and the prevention of illness and injury.
• Practices autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals to treat and manage patient health problems.
• Directs patient/family care, consultation, research, patient/families/ groups/ and communities advocacy, performance improvement, and leadership & professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Georgia License as a Registered Professional Nurse or Physician Assistant is required
• Current Georgia Authorization/Certification as a NP or
• Current graduate of Accredited Physician Assistant Program with certification
• Advanced Practice Registered Professional Nurse is required
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, clinical and professional skills
• Experience in both residential and in an acute care setting
• Telepsych experience

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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EEO Statement Summary


Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

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