Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

** NEW BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OUTPATIENT AGENCY SEEKING NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT**

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

*Contract/1099* Must be enrolled in NC Tracks

Summary of Position:

The responsibility to perform duties as outlined is commensurate with the appropriate level of

authority. All activities of the Physician Assistant, as they apply to agency operations, shall be

in accordance with State and Federal standards, which govern agency services and personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Ensure that each client receives appropriate treatment or habilitation, which is consistent

with accepted standards of practice and the needs of individual clients, to include

participation in the initial diagnostic assessment, development of person-centered plan,

health screenings, provision of service orders, prescribing medication, and continued

follow-up for medication monitoring.

 Conduct initial medical evaluations (generally expected to last no longer than 45-60

minutes) and follow-up appointments (expected to last no longer than 30 minutes,

depending upon each situation).

 Monthly meetings with Executive Leaders (more frequently when necessary) to conduct

case review and discuss issues, challenges, receive and provide feedback, etc.

Guides, Regulations, Policies and References Used by Employee:

The PA/NP will use HIPAA, NC State Confidentiality Regulations 122-C and Federal

Regulations for Substance Abuse, 42CFR, Medicaid, Medicare, and functions according to the

North Carolina Medical Board regulations. PA/NP must also follow Agency.

established policies and procedures.

Variety and Purpose of Personal Contacts:

Communicates in a professional manner, on a regular basis, with administration, clinical staff,

other agency staff, clients and their families, MH/DD/SAS area program staff for staffing of

clients, program development, service planning, and coordination of services to clients.

Equipment Required:

Computer for telemedicine and documenting notes

Visual Attention, Mental Concentration and Manipulative Skills:

Must have visual/hearing ability sufficient to pay close attention to detail to perform quality

work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Training & Experience Requirements:

 Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of general, preventive

medicine and of the techniques involved; recent developments in the field of medicine,

and the practice of medicine.

 Skill in the treating and diagnosing of a variety of diseases and in the practice of

medicine.

 Ability to compile clear and concise notes for patient’s records.

 Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of professional personnel may be required at

times.

 Must have basic computer skills.

Equivalent Training and Experience:

 Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program;

experience in the practice of psychiatry.

 Must have at least one year working with mental health, substance abuse, and

developmental disabilities for children and adults.

 Must possess the ability to work independently.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

North Carolina Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner certification in the State of North

Carolina.

Pay: From $100.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Asheboro, NC 27203