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Psychiatric Physician Assistant

Advanced Recovery Systems

Description

Explore The Recovery Village Salem Drug, Alcohol and Mental Health Rehab Center, where a team of physicians offer expert treatment for addiction and mental health disorders.

We are seeking a compassionate Fulltime Psychiatric & Physician Assistant to join our team!

Facility Address: 13400 Edgemeade Road Upper Marlboro, MD

Clinical Schedule: 8am-5pm, 7-days a week

  • Full-Time Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM (cover weekends and on-call (Telephonic On-Call)

The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a truly unique facility devoted exclusively to the well-being of professional fire service members. It provides specialized care for those facing PTSD, trauma, substance use, addiction, and other behavioral health challenges. Within this supportive and understanding environment, members can begin their healing journey while connecting with peers who share similar experiences.

Guided by a powerful mission and strengthened by skilled leadership and medical expertise, the center plays a critical role in saving the lives of those who dedicate themselves to protecting others-the brave men and women of the fire service.

Advanced Recovery Systems is seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Director to lead the Medical and Psychiatric Services at the IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery. This one-of-a-kind facility is devoted exclusively to the mental health and recovery of professional fire service members facing PTSD, trauma, substance use, and other behavioral health challenges.

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to treating addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, assisting people with substance abuse issues, addictions, and mental health concerns. With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care. Every facility in the Advanced Recovery Systems network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that work. Our goal is to help men and women live healthy, happy lives without the burden of substance abuse or mental illness.

Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

The Physician Assistant provides medical services/ patient care to patients admitted to ARS facilities and throughout treatment within the continuum of care. The Physician Assistant supports and follows the policies, rules, and regulations of the facility as well as the standards of State and Federal regulations. Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

JOB DUTIES:

  • Provides excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director. This includes knowledge of medications, assessment for medication complications and detoxification protocols, and prescribing medications in general.
  • Demonstrates proficiency using the electronic health record with all required documentation. ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures, state regulation, Joint Commission standards and Medical Needs Criteria. These records will be completed and authenticated in a timely manner per policy.
  • This includes but is not limited to the following electronic record documents:

a. Admission History and Physical Evaluation

b. Medical Progress Notes

c. Discharge Summary

d. Peer to Peer Form

e. Medication and ancillary orders

f. Patient Allergies

g. Diagnosis/ update diagnosis, laboratory Data interpretation and documentation

h. HIV results positive or negative must be reviewed and documented in the medical record. STD positive results must be communicated to nursing so they can report to the State Health dept as applicable and reviewed with patient to to consider treatment options.

  • Understands ASAM criteria and Medical Needs Criteria provided and will document decision making accordingly
  • Screen for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) including: psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
  • Screen for pain and understands treatment strategies for pain including pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches.
  • Strategies should reflect an individualized approach based on the individual's current presentation, medical judgment and the risks and benefits associated with strategies , including potential risk of dependency, addiction, and abuse.
  • Screen for nutrition deficiencies and make interventions or refer for a nutrition consultation as appropriate.
  • Review any physical examination reports and medical screening results conducted off-site of a client for the preadmissions process or for other medical concerns, in order to ensure that the client's medical needs are considered and addressed in the development of the treatment plan and throughout treatment;
  • Understands and communicates the On-Call responsibilities; will provide contact and back-up numbers, being responsive and available not only when assigned on-call duties, but as backup when medical provider/Medical Director on-call is unavailable. When on call, will be within one hour of the facility in case an emergency that requires going to facility.
  • Implements plans for Performance Improvement as needed.
  • With the Medical Director, develop cost-effective methods to provide medically necessary therapeutic services.
  • Assists in formulating and supporting the highest standards of patient care.
  • With the Medical Director, supervise all Level of Care changes and provides peer reviews when required.
  • Provides supervision/ support to Physician Assistants as required.
  • Understands and abides by all safety/risk, infection control, and other guidelines, as required.
  • If Non-Exempt-turns in time sheets/ expenses to the Medical Director/Designee at the designated time frames.
  • Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Graduated from an accredited Master's Program or higher. Please note, PA's that did not have Master's Programs because they may not have been offered can be considered.
  • Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of practice
  • Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing as outlined by the DEA. DEA-authorized prescribers will be required to demonstrate that they have completed at least eight (8) hours of educational training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
  • Depending on the state practicing, may need a protocol agreement to be completed by the PA and Medical Director.

Experience:

  • Experience in Addiction Medicine/ Primary Behavioral Health preferred.
  • Familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.
  • Familiarity with ASAM/ ASAM Criteria and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.
  • Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff.
  • Application of Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Team philosophy and ability to develop and apply organizational strategies.

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues.

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.

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Benefits

BENEFITS: Scheduling flexible, required to be onsite & some on-call

  • Pay: Competitive & Negotiable pay
  • Start Date: as soon as possible
  • CME: $2,500 per year reimbursement
  • Malpractice: Free liability protection, the PLI policy also covers you if you leave the company should it be needed for the time period of your employment
  • Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of paid time off per year & sick & holiday pay
  • Retirement: 401K + match
  • Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Telehealth access
  • Matching HSA -up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA
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