clinician OP

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time 168 hours

Mental health days

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K participation

Job summary

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Full-Time Clinician OP (Outpatient) to deliver patient-centered care in an outpatient setting.

The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients, developing individual treatment plans with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining compliant documentation in electronic health records. Licensure and 2+ years of outpatient experience are required; advanced degrees preferred depending on licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or behavioral health; Master’s degree preferred depending on licensure.
• Valid and unrestricted clinical license in the United States.
• Minimum 2 years of outpatient/ambulatory care clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical history and mental health status.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans with interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide therapy, counseling, medication management or related interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in electronic health records.
• Participate in case conferences and continuing education.

Skills

Clinical assessment

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare/behavioral health

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Electronic health records

Job description

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Full Time Professional Sarasota, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2387

About the Role:

The Clinician OP (Outpatient) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within an outpatient setting. This position involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a variety of medical or behavioral health conditions, ensuring continuity of care and promoting positive health outcomes. The clinician collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. They are responsible for maintaining accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Ultimately, the Clinician OP contributes to enhancing patient well-being and supporting the overall mission of the healthcare facility by providing compassionate and evidence-based care.

Benefits available to our full-time employees:

• Lucrative vacation time – 168 hours
• Mental Wellness Days – 3 days
• Medical insurance, prescription tools, dental, vision, mental health, wellness programs, EAP, life and ADD and the ability to participate in a 401K, Supplemental – accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid and unrestricted license to practice as a clinician (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or equivalent) in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant healthcare or behavioral health field; Master’s degree preferred depending on licensure requirements.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.
• Strong knowledge of clinical assessment tools, treatment modalities, and healthcare regulations.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse patient populations including children, adults, and elderly patients.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms.
• Certification in specialized therapeutic approaches (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing).
• Bilingual abilities or experience working with non-English speaking patients.
• Advanced training or continuing education in integrated care or chronic disease management.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical history, mental health status, and physical examinations as applicable.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide direct clinical services such as therapy, counseling, medication management, or other relevant interventions.
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical documentation in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and continuing education to stay current with best practices and improve patient care.

Skills:

The Clinician OP utilizes strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills daily to accurately identify patient needs and develop effective treatment plans. Communication skills are essential for building rapport with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care. Proficiency with electronic health record systems enables efficient documentation and data management, supporting compliance and quality improvement efforts. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills are applied to adapt treatment approaches based on patient progress and emerging clinical information. Additionally, cultural competence and empathy are vital in delivering respectful and individualized care to diverse patient populations.

Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Lightshare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact Human Resources.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful considerations.