Psychiatric NP/PA
Company: Piedmont Access To Health Services Inc. (paths)
Location: Danville
Posted on: January 22, 2025
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Job Description:
Psychiatric NP/ PA SUMMARY Provides mental health services under
the supervision of a psychiatrist. Being an important component of
the mental health team, their medical know-how allows them to treat
patients on an outpatient basis. This position is primarily out of
the Danville, VA - Riverside location but will see patients one a
week at our Martinsville office. Education and/or experience
Graduation from an accredited school of medicine Hold current
license to practice in state of Virginia Current DEA certificate
Board Certification preferred CPR Certified CAQH for Psychiatry
Credentialed per Community Health Center Policies and Procedures
for billing services under Medicare/Medicaid Competencies 1.
Ability to observe, assess and record symptoms, reactions, and
progress.2. Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the
delivery of medical care.3. Knowledge of relevant drugs and
non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe
dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.4. Knowledge of
community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of
medical expertise.5. Knowledge of related accreditation and
certification requirement.6. Knowledge of current principles,
methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation,
diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.7. Ability to work
both independently and in a team environment.8. Ability to develop
and present educational programs and/or workshops.9. Effective
verbal and written communist skills.10. Effective computer skills
(Microsoft Office, EClinical Works and Google). Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions._ Clinical _1.
Assesses patients through informal conversation2. Reviews patients'
medical, personal, and drug (including substance abuse) histories
in order to diagnose and/or rule out any underlying medical
conditions3. Orders labs, makes referrals to other providers, and
prescribes psychiatric medications4. Has an expertise in
psychopharmacology, the study of indications, actions, risks, and
side effects of psychiatric drugs used independently or along with
other psychiatric drugs5. Oversees patients' physical and mental
health while receiving psychiatric care6. Performs frequent
follow-ups to monitor how patient is responding to counseling,
medications and other therapies7. Works with families to ensure
that patient is receiving adequate support8. Reviews ancillary test
results and coordinates notification to the patient as per policy9.
Completion of appropriate chart documentation within EHR to comply
with insurance and reimbursement guidelines10. Completion of all
required documentation within EHR within a timely manner as per
policy11. Participates in on-call schedule12. Maintains patient
confidentiality at all times_ Medical Administrative _ 1. Works
with other clinical staff to establish clinical protocols and
measures. 2. Follows established agency policies, procedures, and
objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety,
environmental, and/or infection control standards. 3. As
appropriate to the position, participates in specified health
promotion, education and/or prevention programs. 4. Establish,
strengthen, and negotiate relationships between the health center
and other clinicians, provider organizations and providers in this
marketplace. 5. Maintains appropriate licensure and certification
including meeting and/or exceedingCME requirements. 6. Attends all
staff and provider meetings as requested. 7. Performs miscellaneous
job-related duties as assigned. 8. Supports the mission of PATHS.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this
job.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time
with or without notice. AAP/EEO Statement PATHS' provides equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Job Type:
Full-timePay: From $120,000.00 per yearBenefits: 401(k) 401(k)
matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee
assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Loan repayment
program Malpractice insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition
reimbursement Vision insuranceMedical Specialty: Psychiatry
License/Certification: VA Psych NP/PA license (Required)
Work Location: In personby Jobble
Keywords: Piedmont Access To Health Services Inc. (paths), Danville , Psychiatric NP/PA, Healthcare , Danville, Virginia
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