Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
About The Position
Comprehensive Healthcare is seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide integrated acute and primary care services to clients enrolled in behavioral health services. The role addresses patients’ medical needs in a collaborative, team-based behavioral health setting and serves complex populations, including people with mental health and substance use disorders. Experience with psychiatric medication management is helpful but not required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Participation in a rotating schedule for weekend rounding and after-hours call is available for additional compensation and may include coverage at inpatient psychiatric facilities. The position is based in Kennewick, Washington. Candidates must complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Comprehensive Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and offers accommodations and assistance during the application and interview process.
Requirements
- Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license or Physician Assistant licensure.
- Board certification in Family Medicine.
- Nursing DEA registration.
- Controlled Substance Certification.
- At least 2 years of experience in family practice or primary care.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle liability insurance.
- Ability to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with behavioral health and/or substance use disorder populations.
- Experience with psychiatric medication management.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical exams, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including patient education and health coaching.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to support continuity of care across outpatient clinics, inpatient psychiatric and substance use disorder units, and hospitals.
- Diagnose and initiate treatment for common psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Perform minor procedures, such as minor wound care, as needed.
- Document patient care accurately using EMR systems, including SmartCare.
- Prescribe medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Participate, if desired, in rotating weekend rounding and after-hours call for additional compensation, potentially including coverage for inpatient psychiatric facilities.
Benefits
- Bonus of up to $15,000 for full-time hires.
- Training and development, including regular training, support, supervision, and consultation in evidence-based services and programs.
- Career opportunities across a wide range of settings, with opportunities for mobility and promotion.
- Healthcare coverage for employees and qualified family members.
- Vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave.
- Employee Assistance Program services.
- Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation.
- Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation.
- Agency-funded life and disability insurance.
- Site eligibility for student loan repayment programs, including National Health Service Corps, Nurse Corps, and various state-run programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
