Advanced Practice Provider - Behavioral Health NP/PA

Join a compassionate healthcare team delivering patient-centered behavioral health services in the Midwest region. This role involves collaborating closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical examinations and obtain detailed patient medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage a variety of acute and chronic behavioral health conditions.
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies within your scope of practice.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory work and imaging studies.
• Educate and counsel patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and pursue continuous professional development.
• Adhere to all regulatory, legal, and ethical standards governing clinical practice.

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• National board certification such as AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA.
• Active DEA registration if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced clinical training or certification in a relevant specialty.
• Experience in a similar behavioral health role or specialty.
• Additional certifications or specialized training in behavioral medicine.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge of common behavioral health conditions and treatments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
• Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and patient advocacy.

Physical Requirements

Medium work involving occasional exertion up to 50 lbs and frequent exertion up to 10 lbs. Expect to stand or walk 26-50% of the workday, with or without accommodation.

This part-time position offers competitive pay and a supportive environment dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients and families in the regional community.