Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician Assistant

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Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opening Near NYC Located in Spring Valley, NY - 35m from New York City Full time, permanent Minimum of 3 years of professional nursing experience in a clinic or hospital setting, plus at least one year of psychiatric nurse practitioner experience. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities:- Assesses the patients general mental health condition by collecting medical histories, administering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and identifying issues that may be affecting the patients state of mental health- Interprets and integrates data to determine preliminary diagnosis and creates an individualized therapeutic plan for mental health problems and psychiatric disorders based on evidence-based standards of care and practice guidelines- Prescribes psychotropic drugs and related medications to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders and improve functional health status based on clinical indications of a patients status, including results of diagnostic and lab tests- Identifies, measures, and monitors clinical and related behavioral outcomes to determine the effectiveness and appropriateness of the plan of care- Educates patients and /or family as to the nature of the psychiatric condition and provides appropriate instructions on proper intervention and treatment- Collaborates with the psychiatrists and other staff members in the team in managing acute and long-term medical and psychiatric/mental health needs of patients- Documents medical history and treatment plans effectively, concisely and accurately. Maintains patient confidentiality- Coordinates referrals and ongoing access to primary and other health care services for patients- Provides consultation to and seeks consultation from other health care clinicians to enhance quality and continuity of care- Collaborates with other departments in the health center to improve and enhance communication and quality of care- Provides coverage for other providers after hours or when away (e.g. vacations or time off)- Complies with applicable policies and procedures and supports the Compliance Program- Contributes to organizational operations by performing other duties as may be required Benefits:- Competitive Compensation: Our salaries are in line with fair market value, reflecting your skills and dedication.- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide full benefits, including life, health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring your well-being.- Paid Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Coverage- Financial Planning: Benefit from our 403B plan, ensuring your financial security for the future.- Student Loan Assistance: Our facilities are eligible for NHSC loan repayment and NYS Public Loan Forgiveness to help manage your financial burden.- Tax Advantages: Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Reimbursement Cards- Professional Growth: Support for CME activities and medical licensure ensures you stay at the forefront of your field.- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous PTO accruals and up to 13 Paid Holidays. Who We Are: The health center is a thriving, state-of-the-art Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with three sites, twenty-nine departments, and more than two hundred medical professionals! This is an excellent opportunity to work with a seasoned group of health care professionals who are passionate about patient care. For more than two decades, the center has been providing the highest caliber health care in Rockland, Sullivan, Orange, and Ulster Counties to nearly 60,000 patients annually.

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