Psychiatric Physician Assistant

Who We Are:

Symetria Recovery is the #1 outpatient rehab in Illinois and Texas. It started with three simple, yet game-changing core beliefs: Addiction is a disease; co-occurring mental health conditions should be addressed, and patients deserve respect, not judgement. Symetria Recovery provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment with a focus on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in a welcoming outpatient setting. Unlimited clinical services are available to our patients under our bundled-service delivery model. Key services delivered through our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) licensure include MAT, medically monitored psychiatric care, individual therapy, group therapy (IOP), 6-day-per-week nursing care, and ongoing aftercare. Most of our patients being provided medication receive Buprenorphine products, but they can also receive Methadone, and any other FDA-approved medication for addiction.

What You Will Do:

• Utilize e-Prescribing software and telemedicine software.
• Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing medication management for individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Depending on experience and qualifications, may also provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services. Complete prescription refills, prior authorizations, and other required clinical documentation to ensure continuity of care.
• Utilize psychotherapy in the context of Evaluation/Management visits when appropriate.
• Utilization of safe prescribing practices and evidence-based treatment guidelines for psychiatric care of patients that have co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Complete training provided on utilization and result interpretation of available diagnostic procedures (I.e. Pharmacogenetic testing and Computer based Cognition Testing)
• Ensure timely completion and closure of provider documentation within the Electronic Health Records within 24 hours of the encounter.
• Be available during business hours to answer any correspondence or inquiries from Symetria Recovery clinic staff regarding psychiatric patients that are being cared for by APN.
• Attend at least 50% of all monthly medical provider meetings. Attend all mandatory company-wide meetings or trainings. Attend clinic level treatment team meetings whenever clinically indicated. Meetings can be attended via phone conference, web format, or in person.
• Comply with all state requirements of a collaborative/supervisory agreement for Advanced Practice Nurse with Physician. Attending Psychiatrist at Symetria Recovery will meet on a regular basis with APN to provide education, feedback, quality improvement, mentoring, and chart review/audit. The supervising physician will always be available for urgent consultation and guidance to the APN.
• Ensure that advanced notice is given to Symetria Recovery clinic staff for any pre-planned absences or vacations so that alternative coverage can be arranged.
• Maintain active state/federal prescribing privileges, and CME credits as required by relevant governing authority. The Employee is required to inform the Company if there are any changes at all to the status of licensure, malpractice claims history, prescribing privileges, or ability to adequately perform job duties.
• Be willing to work collaboratively with the treatment team in a comprehensive and patient centered approach to care.
• Arrive to work on time, and appropriate professional attire.
• Maintain HIPAA standards for privacy of protected health information.
• Any and all duties assigned.

Who You Are:

• Current Illinois licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) required.
• Candidates must hold a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification, a Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry, or possess a minimum of two years of experience providing psychiatric care.
• This position primarily supports patients in Illinois, with the opportunity to provide care to patients in Texas as needed. Assistance with obtaining Texas licensure will be provided for qualified candidates who are not currently licensed in Texas.
• Active DEA registration.
• Patient-centered approach with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• CEU reimbursement and paid time for continuing education
• Licensure fee reimbursement
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Closed and paid major holidays

Compensation for this position is based on market analysis and will be determined by additional factors such as location/state, skills, years of experience, relevant credentials, and education. The posted compensation range for this role is $125K-$130K annually. We are committed to offering a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects all the factors previously outlined in conjunction with current market trends.

Come join a team that believes in and has a passion for providing personalized care to each individual that is a part of Symetria Recovery!