What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES?
Beacon Behavioral Partners is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) to fill a Full Time opening that will be supporting The Nexus Group in Pittsburgh, PA. The hours are standard work hours, with no calls required on weekends or evenings. We are a lean, digital office with a great support staff, allocating ample time for appointments and follow-ups.
Who We Are
Beacon Behavioral Partners is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.
Beacon Behavioral Partners now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.
Why work for us?
At Beacon Behavioral Partners, Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) receive competitive salaries. Total compensation ranges between $100,000 - $135,000 (depending on experience), including: sign-on bonus, and opportunities for paid training/advancement if desired. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) company matching; short-term disability coverage; and accrued paid time off plus holidays.
What does the Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner CRNP do? (including but not limited to)
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who is eager to expand their expertise and knowledge for high quality patient care. Our optimal candidate will thrive under pressure and be able to self-direct their day-to-day responsibilities. You will be collaborating with a managing psychiatrist to provide consistent and quality treatment for patients.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)
Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Perform complete initial psychiatric assessments/evaluations and determine diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Provide follow up care and consultations to patients.
- Prescribe medications and collaborates with the supervising psychiatrist in case management
- Utilize specific electronic medical record system and other digital tools to improve efficiency and accuracy in patient record documentation and management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements for this position:
Requirements for this position:
- 1 year Experience as a Psychiatric or Behavioral Health PA (PA-C) or CRNP
- Additional experience in a private practice facility is desirable
- An unconditional license (also known as a license without restriction) to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as CRNP or PA
- Registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to prescribe controlled substances without sanction, restriction or limitation.
- Current CPR certification is required
Obtain and maintain clearances below:
- Act 33 Clearance (PA Child Abuse Clearance)
- Act 73 Clearance (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History)
- Act 34 Clearance (PA Criminal Record Check)
- Act 31 Clearance (Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training)
Physical Demands:
This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Beacon Behavioral Partners is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $100,000 - $135,000