Lead Provider (Medical & Psychiatric)

Job Title: Lead Provider (Medical & Psychiatric)

Acceptable Licensure: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/APRN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP, Physician Assistant/PA, or Physician Assistant with Psychiatric CAQ

Reports To: Medical Director

Compensation: $145,000-170,000/year

Schedule: Alternating 5 days Monday-Sunday 8am-5pm; Rotating weekend coverage; On Call 3-4 nights/week

Northpoint Recovery Holdings, LLC, established in 2009, is a growing, behavioral healthcare treatment platform treating adults with substance use disorder and co-occurring conditions under the Northpoint Recovery brand and adolescents with mental healthcare conditions under the Imagine by Northpoint brand. The Company serves patients with commercial health insurance and is an in-network model. Northpoint has grown from two facilities to fifteen today entirely on a de novo basis with plans to expand rapidly in both existing and new markets. Organizational values include humility, heart, inspiration and conviction. Our commitment to excellence means doing good for others and engaging in innovative empirical based treatment. In short, our mission is to help people get their lives back and show them respect and empathy in the process. 

POSITION SUMMARY: As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Lead Provider will provide consultation, and medical and administrative direction to subordinate medical and support staff in various treatment settings (inpatient and outpatient). The Lead Provider will provide direct patient care including diagnostic assessment, preventative and educational services, and medication evaluation and management to the patient population, in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, and state and federal laws. This position will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide the best possible care. This position requires extensive internal and external communication with all levels of staff, leadership, physicians, vendors, and other professional colleagues.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide advanced medical and psychiatric services consistent with the ethical guidelines of the profession and the policies and procedures of Northpoint
• Implement protocols and standardized procedures as necessary 
• Conduct health assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and medical exams of patients with known or foreseen health problems • Medication evaluation and initiation and short-term management of prescribed medications
• Order and interpret lab tests for patients prior to and/or during prescription management
• Consultation to physicians and providers regarding any ongoing medical care, maintenance and disease prevention
• Case management, engage in education process
• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to multidisciplinary team as necessary
• Document information regarding patient care and behavior as required in policies and procedures
• Participate in patient treatment planning and implementation under the direction of the Medical Director
• Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain personal safety for the patient and other individuals in our care
• Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development of treatment plans and discharge planning to strive for excellent patient care
• Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure
• Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to continually assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions
• Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment planning items in a timely manner to assure comprehensive and quality patient care
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times
• Oversee and participate in the quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility
• Provide medical updates to utilization review and representatives of managed care to best coordinate reimbursement of treatment services
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care
• Other medically appropriate services and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree with specialty from an accredited program
• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an Advanced Practice Provider in the state where services are rendered, with prescriptive privileges, at hire and for the entire duration of employment
• 1+ years of leadership experience preferred 
• Dual Licensure in Medical & Psychiatric Practice Preferred: (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/APRN AND Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP) OR (Physician Assistant/PA AND Psychiatric CAQ)
• Valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
• Valid National Provider Identification (NPI) number
• Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems (KIPU Preferred) 
• Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience required; preferably with one (1) year inpatient residential experience
• Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment
• Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in area of assigned specialty
• Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients
• Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Excellent organizational abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Patient service oriented (both internal and external)
• Creative and persistent problem solver
• Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner 
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

FULL-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Subsidized Health Insurance Coverage for Employee, Spouse, & Dependent(s)
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to 1x annual salary, up to $100,000
• 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• Pre-tax Savings Accounts for all IRS-allowable medical and dependent care expenses
• Generous Paid Time Off plan and 10 Paid Holidays annually
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Completion of a tuberculin screening during first week of employment
• Completion of a pre-employment drug screening, post-accident and upon reasonable suspicion of use
• Completion of new employee orientation and required paperwork prior to reporting to work, including acknowledgment of all Company policies
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Completion of CPR/First Aid Training within first 90 days of employment
• Attendance at all mandatory staff development and training
• Completion of background and professional reference checks
• Completion of a Motor Vehicle Record check

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.

Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.

Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.