Mid-Level Medical Provider

PORT Health; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Travel across Eastern NC

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health seeks a Mid-Level Provider to join our Behavioral Health Team in Jacksonville, NC. You will evaluate needs, develop personalized care plans, and coordinate services addressing physical and mental health, social determinants of health, and life challenges.

The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, medication management with psychiatrists, and outreach across Eastern NC. Onsite work is required with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Master’s degree preferred).
• Current unrestricted North Carolina license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant.
• Experience working with adults with SPMI and co-occurring substance use disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document psychiatric medications in collaboration with the psychiatrist.
• Monitor individuals for adverse reactions, side effects, and treatment effectiveness.
• Provide structured, therapeutic, face-to-face interventions focused on psychosocial, rehabilitative, and functional domains.
• Coordinate care and communication with external medical providers as needed.
• Educate staff on monitoring psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects.
• Function as an active provider within the team, supporting client stability and community integration.
• Attend team meetings daily/weekly to collaborate on positive outcomes for patients with the care team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including MAR and other clinical records.
• Complete required training and certifications within prescribed timeframes.
• Provide ongoing clinical support to care teams.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner or PA experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion.

Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services three years in a row!

Position Snapshot

• Location: Jacksonville, NC


• Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm with flexibility


• Pay: $110,000 – $125,000 based on experience


• Work Setting: Onsite


• Position Type: Full-time

Make an Impact With Us

Do you want work that makes a meaningful difference in your community? Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Mid-Level Provider to join our Behavioral Health Team.

As a Mid-Level Provider, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals by evaluating their needs, developing personalized care plans, and coordinating services that address physical and mental health, social determinants of health, and other life challenges. This role ensures that medical and nursing practices meet internal policies, regulatory standards, and community best practices. The Mid-Level Medical provider provides direct support, training, consultation, and clinical services, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote integrated, high-quality care for individuals with mental health issues (including SPMI) and substance use diagnoses or co‑morbidities.

• Administer and document psychiatric medications in collaboration with the psychiatrist.


• Monitor individuals for adverse reactions, side effects, and treatment effectiveness.


• Provide structured, therapeutic, face‑to‑face interventions focused on psychosocial, rehabilitative, and functional domains.


• Promote health education and medication adherence strategies in collaboration with clients and caregivers.


• Coordinate care and communication with external medical providers as needed.


• Educate staff on monitoring psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects.


• Function as an active provider within the team, supporting client stability and community integration.


• Attend team meetings daily/weekly to collaborate on positive outcomes for patients with the care team


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including Medication Administration Records (MAR) and other clinical records.


• Assist in preparing documentation for utilization reviews and audits.


• Ensure compliance with national standards (e.g., those from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and SAMHSA).


• Complete required training and certifications within prescribed timeframes.


• Provide ongoing clinical support to care teams.


• Assist with new staff training and promote consistent application of clinical standards.


• Support integrated care and community collaboration initiatives.


• Perform other duties as assigned and in accordance with Easterseals PORT Health policies.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and helping people thrive, we’d love to have you on our team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Master’s degree preferred)
  
  
  
  • Current unrestricted North Carolina license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant.
  
  
  • Experience working with adults with SPMI and co‑occurring substance use disorders preferred
  
  
  • Knowledge of adult psychopathology, psychiatric nursing, pharmacology, and community resources
  
  
  • Provide a variety of in person or virtual services in your home clinic and across the agency as needed.
  
  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: Dependent on qualifications


• Generous paid time off and paid holidays


• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits


• Life and Disability Insurance (company paid)


• 403(b) Retirement Plan


• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer


• Travel is required (Eastern North Carolina)


• Position can be based anywhere across Eastern NC, with travel to service locations as needed

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in‑person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

**Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!**