Director of Behavioral Health

Element Care; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Care Lynn, Massachusetts, United States seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the PACE Interdisciplinary Team for planning, implementing and evaluating care plans under the PACE model. This full-time role supports comprehensive primary care for participants, with duties including annual/semi-annual exams, home visits, and after-hours coverage.

The APP collaborates with Medical Doctors, adheres to collaborative practice guidelines, and ensures timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Must have Master of Science in Nursing or PA studies.
• Current board certification as NP or PA in MA.
• Massachusetts licensure and DEA privileges required.
• Credentialed for Element Care affiliate Long Term Care Facilities.
• Current CPR certification.
• Geriatric care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts full physical exams annually and semi-annually.
• Evaluates participants in homes, ALFs, or clinics for episodic visits and follow-ups.
• Performs nursing home visits per state requirements; client home visits as needed.
• Participates in After Hours On-Call Coverage.
• Provides health care teaching to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Adheres to Element Care APP/MD collaborative guidelines and documents accurately.
• Maintains fiscal responsibility within budgetary constraints.
• Interacts with clients with the highest standard of care.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Independent work

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Problem solving

Fit test

Education

MSN

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Physician Assistant Certification

Massachusetts license

DEA privileges

CPR certification

Job description

Director of Behavioral Health

Element Care Lynn, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – NP/PA participates as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care. The APP collaborates with the Medical Doctors at the site to provide comprehensive primary care to the participants. This position is full time M-F 8am to 4pm.Essential Responsibilities:

• Conducts thorough and comprehensive physical examinations of participants on an annual and semi-annual basis.

• Evaluates participants in a variety of care settings (homes, ALFs, at the center, etc.) for episodic visits, acute illnesses and follow-up from hospitalizations.
• Makes nursing home visits in accordance with the state nursing home requirements and as clinically indicated.
• Makes home visits as needed acutely or in chronic situations when participants are home bound.

• Participates in the After Hours On-Call Coverage.

• Provides appropriate health care teaching to patients, their families and caregivers, as well as to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Adheres to the standards set forth in the Element Care APP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide.
• Completes appropriate, accurate, timely documentation, onsite and offsite.
• Ensures that duties are accomplished in a fiscally responsible manner adhering to established budgetary constraints.
• Ensures that all interactions with clients are conducted in a manner that adheres to the highest standards of care for all Element Care clients.

• Ability to pass a fit test.
• Position requires mask where seal is critical.
• Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator.
• Frequent local travel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – NP/PA participates as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care. The APP collaborates with the Medical Doctors at the site to provide comprehensive primary care to the participants. This position is full time M-F 8am to 4pm.Essential Responsibilities:

• Conducts thorough and comprehensive physical examinations of participants on an annual and semi-annual basis.

• Evaluates participants in a variety of care settings (homes, ALFs, at the center, etc.) for episodic visits, acute illnesses and follow-up from hospitalizations.
• Makes nursing home visits in accordance with the state nursing home requirements and as clinically indicated.
• Makes home visits as needed acutely or in chronic situations when participants are home bound.

• Participates in the After Hours On-Call Coverage.

• Provides appropriate health care teaching to patients, their families and caregivers, as well as to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Adheres to the standards set forth in the Element Care APP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide.
• Completes appropriate, accurate, timely documentation, onsite and offsite.
• Ensures that duties are accomplished in a fiscally responsible manner adhering to established budgetary constraints.
• Ensures that all interactions with clients are conducted in a manner that adheres to the highest standards of care for all Element Care clients.

• Ability to pass a fit test.
• Position requires mask where seal is critical.
• Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator.
• Frequent local travel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specification:

• Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Current Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Massachusetts and DEA Prescription Privileges.
• Credentialed for the Element Care affiliate Long Term Care Facilities.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of one 2 years working with a geriatric population.
• Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all employees, so that relevant information is communicated appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to lead independently and to be able to work well with others.
• Ability to work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and colleagues.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a self-starter, and to complete tasks on time.
• Ability to be able to quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.
• COVID vaccinated preferred.

EEO Statement

Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.