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Behavioral Health Physician Assistant (PA-C), Washington State, Remote
Ascend Healthcare Inc
Seattle (WA)
Remote
USD 150,000 - 160,000
Full time
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Job summary
A leading healthcare organization seeks a Behavioral Health Physician Assistant to deliver remote psychiatric services across Washington State. This role emphasizes a patient-first approach, focusing on comprehensive care for mental health and substance use disorders. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and licenses, working collaboratively in a remote environment to ensure quality care. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work culture.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Provider required.
- Active, unrestricted medical license in state of primary residence.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment remotely.
- Conduct psychiatric diagnostic evaluations and psychopharmacological management.
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Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care. We believe in a "no wrong door" treatment model which finds ways to say "yes" to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs.
About us:
Ascend Telehealth brings a professional, collaborative, and rewarding workplace culture towards our goal to create a profound impact on diverse communities.
What we do:
Our providers treat all mental health and substance use disorders to a patient population of age 6 and up. Our philosophy is to incorporate all areas of care into a patient's well-being. We believe in a "no wrong door" treatment model that finds ways to say "yes" to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a Psychiatric PA-C to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients of through our Indigenous Pact partners throughout the state of Washington. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.
- Providers must have an active, unrestricted medical license in state of primary residence in addition to an active Washington State medical license
- Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for Adult General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder
- Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions
- Data Waivered (or willingness to learn) to provide medication-assisted treatment to those with OUD in active withdrawal or recovery.
- Supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing and proficiency in trauma informed approach, harm reduction modeling and patient-centered treatments.
- Demonstrate proficiency and care coordination between psych, substance use tx and medical integration.
- Direct support for scheduled and walk-in patients
- Completion of validated rating scales documentation and treatment plans to assist in determining level of care.
- Care coordination for patients including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing and other social determinants otherwise identified.
- Direct involvement with multidisciplinary team including PCP's, Pediatricians, OB/GYN, counseling, peer support staff and care coordinators.
- Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
- 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Provider (Required)
- Certification in Psychiatry (preferred)
- DEA License
- A patient-first mindset
- Comfortability to work in fully-remote environment
- Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
- Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
- Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
- Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
- Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.
- Monthly Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
- PTO + Company Holidays
- Yearly CEU Stipend
- Collaborative Environment
- Remote-first setting
- Clinician Owned and Operated
Hours: Mon–Fri: 6:30 am – 5:00 pm PST
Saturday: 8 am-11 am
Schedule: 5, 8-hour shifts or 4, 10-hour shifts
Salary: $150,000-$160,000 with primary residence in Washington State
Monthly Bonus Program
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesHospitals and Health Care
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