Advanced Practice Provider

Connections Wellness Group; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Connections Wellness Group in Texas seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PMHNP or Psych PA) to deliver psychiatric care in PHP and IOP settings. The APP will perform evaluations, medication management, and may co-facilitate group therapy within a multidisciplinary team.

This remote role requires a TX license, strong collaboration, and evening hours from 5pm to 9pm. EHR documentation and private practice duties are included in the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• PMHNP with TX license and PMHNP-BC certification.
• TX-licensed Psychiatric PA with NCCPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, DSM-based impressions, and treatment planning.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications with monitoring.
• Co-facilitate PHP/IOP group therapy sessions and contribute to curricula.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation in the EHR and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

Group therapy facilitation

EHR documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PMHNP license in TX

TX PA license with NCCPA

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Employment Status: PRN (as needed)

Pay type: Hourly, Non-exempt

Location: Remote, Must reside in Dallas/Fort Worth area

Hours availability

Evening virtual group coverage from 5pm to 9pm, any day of the week APP is willing to work will help.

About CWG

Connections Wellness Group, a Blended Health company, is redefining mental health care through innovative intermediate services. Our mission is to expand access to outpatient behavioral health care services for adolescents and adults struggling with acute mental health challenges by providing a strong continuity of care that includes convenient, innovative and high-touch individual and group services. We have locations in Texas (greater Dallas-Fort Worth).

Job Summary

Connections Wellness Group is seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Psych PA) with relevant experience, to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals in our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) settings. The APP will be responsible for conducting private practice duties, psychiatric evaluations, providing medication management, and co-facilitating group therapy sessions if needed. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to adults and adolescents experiencing a range of mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Psychiatric Evaluations

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including gathering patient history, performing mental status exams, and formulating DSM diagnostic impressions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that integrate medication management and therapeutic interventions.
• Order and interpret relevant laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies.

Medication Management

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including initial prescription, titration, monitoring for efficacy and side effects, and medication reconciliation.
• Provide patient education regarding medication indications, dosages, potential side effects, and adherence strategies.
• Collaborate with the treatment team regarding medication-related concerns and adjustments.
• Document all medication-related activities accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record (EHR).

Group Therapy

• Co-facilitate a variety of therapeutic groups within the PHP and IOP settings, utilizing evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed, process groups).
• Contribute to the development of group curriculum and activities.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic group environment.
• Observe and document patient participation and progress within group sessions.
• Collaborate with other group facilitators to ensure cohesive and effective group programming.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists (LPCs, LCSWs, LMFTs), case managers, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Participate in treatment team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families (when appropriate and with consent), and external providers.
• Provide consultation to other staff members regarding psychiatric issues.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to all ethical and legal standards of practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation activities.

Professional Development

• Maintain current knowledge of psychiatric best practices and relevant research.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills.
• Maintain all required licenses and certifications.

Qualifications

Education and Licensure (Choose One)

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP): Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and a current and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of Texas. Board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Psych PA): Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a focus or significant experience in psychiatry. Current and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of Texas and current NCCPA certification.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience providing psychiatric medication management.
• Experience co-facilitating therapeutic groups is highly preferred.
• Experience working in PHP and/or IOP settings is a plus.

Hours/Schedule

• Evening virtual group coverage from 5pm to 9pm, any day of the week as needed.

Connections Wellness Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

Applicants who have been patients of any program or provider at the facility are eligible for employment under the conditions outlined below: For private practice therapy and medication management, the applicant must have discontinued and/or transferred their treatment to a provider or providers outside of the facility. For PHP/IOP services, the applicant must have been discharged from the program at least 2 years prior to applying for employment.

This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check.