Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Optum · Medford, MA
About this job
Family Counseling Associates of Massachusetts, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Medford, MA. As a key member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you will play an integral role in our vision to make healthcare better for everyone by treating a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population.
In this role, you will be supported by comprehensive clinical and business operations, allowing you to focus on providing high-quality care. Primary responsibilities for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner include:
- Utilizing evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
- Delivering individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient’s needs
- Prescribing and managing psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines, while monitoring medication efficacy and side effects
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation to ensure regulatory compliance
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Clear, active, and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of practice
- Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification
- Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
- 2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting
We are committed to your well-being and professional growth, offering a competitive compensation range of $104,500 to $156,000, with total cash compensation including base pay and eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses. Additional perks and benefits include flexible work models, paid time off, health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development resources with CME reimbursement. A sign-on bonus is also offered for external candidates.
Join us at Optum Behavioral Care and help revolutionize behavioral health care delivery for individuals and clinicians alike. Together, we can provide compassionate care and industry-leading solutions to our patient populations.
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