[Hiring] Behavioral Health Medical Provider- NP/PA Telehealth @Connections Health Solutions

Role Description

The Behavioral Health Medical Provider NP/PA - Telehealth position directs, coordinates, and provides medical/clinical services to specified consumers (both youth and adult) through telehealth and, when needed, in collaboration with local Connections centers. Services include, but are not limited to:

• Intervention
• Psychiatric evaluation and assessment
• Differential diagnosis
• Treatment planning
• Medication management
• Engagement
• Family meetings
• Supportive psychotherapy
• Individual education
• Risk assessment
• Consultation with on-site clinical teams
• Discharge planning

The role requires effective delivery of care through secure telephone and video platforms while maintaining clinical quality, documentation standards, privacy, and compliance with applicable state licensure and regulatory requirements.

• Serves as the attending clinician to specified individuals.
• Completes initial psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, family interventions, focused crisis diagnostic assessments, assessments of capacity for consent to treatment, risk assessments, individual education, progress towards treatment goals, and discharge planning.
• Documents individuals’ progress in the clinical record including admission order, progress notes, and discharge orders.
• Oversees delivery of medication education and consent, according to established policy.
• Writes orders related to the individual treatment plan, including admission orders, discharge orders, and medication administration orders.
• Orders laboratory tests according to standards of clinical practice.
• Reviews health assessments completed by nursing staff.
• Obtains a past and current medical history, and conducts a focused physical examination as indicated.
• Initiates contact with Primary Care Physicians and Emergency Room clinicians according to professional standards.
• Provides necessary information to clinical team regarding inpatient utilization.
• Utilizes appropriate medication based on best practices.
• Assesses individuals’ needs and guides the clinical team while managing treatment plan updates.
• Collaborates with other personnel to ensure that each treatment modality is appropriate for the individual.
• Works with the community to review involuntary petitions, assess involuntary individuals, and coordinate with the legal system.
• Escalates complicated cases to the appropriate medical director as needed.
• Actively participates in activities intended to improve the quality of services within the organization.
• Participates in medical staff meetings including regional and quarterly meetings.
• Conducts emergency examinations within a timely manner.
• Provides clinical services via secure telehealth platforms, including video and telephone encounters.
• Maintains reliable availability during assigned telehealth shifts.
• Uses telehealth technology, electronic health records, and secure communication tools effectively.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Registered Nursing license in all Connections states of operation if applying for an NP position.
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a master’s level certification in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP) or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master’s level certification.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or an active Physician Assistant by each state of operation for Connections facilities.
• Unrestricted DEA license and registered with each state of operation for Connections facilities.
• Ability to provide telehealth services from a private, professional, and secure work environment.
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period.
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search.

Requirements

• It would be great if you had dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) if licensed as a PMHNP.
• Experience working in addiction treatment and recovery.
• Experience in the delivery of crisis mental health and/or delivery of family health treatment to children, adolescents, and/or adults.
• Doctor of Nursing Practice or Doctor of Physician Assistant studies or Doctor of Medical Sciences.
• Must have current DEA registration that includes Schedule III authority.
• Prior experience delivering psychiatric, behavioral health, crisis, or urgent care services through telehealth or hybrid care models.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families.
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care).
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays.
• Company-paid parental leave available to eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support.
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan.
• Actual compensation is based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and budget.
• Virginia pay range: $90 — $90 USD.

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.