Behavioral Health Physician Assistant (PA-C), Washington State, Remote

Ascend Healthcare; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Physician Assistant to join their remote team. This role focuses on delivering compassionate psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to patients across Washington State. You'll engage in telemedicine, ensuring a seamless patient experience while collaborating with various healthcare professionals. With a commitment to a 'no wrong door' approach, you'll help guide patients on their recovery journey. Join a forward-thinking organization that values integrated care and offers a supportive, remote-first work environment.

Benefits

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Monthly Bonus Program

Yearly CEU Stipend

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Provider required.
• Active and unrestricted Medical License in primary residence.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment via telemedicine.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations

Psychopharmacological Management

Supportive Psychotherapy

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma Informed Approach

Education

Active Medical License

Certification in Psychiatry

DEA License

Job description

Behavioral Health Physician Assistant (PA-C), Washington State, Remote

Washington, United States

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 aPsychiatricPA-Cto 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

Key Areas of Ownership:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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
• Comfortability to work in fully-remote environment

Physical Requirements: This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:

• 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

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 5, 8-hour shifts or 4, 10-hour shifts

Salary: $150,000-$160,000 with primary residence in Washington State

Monthly Bonus Program

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ascend Healthcareis an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.

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