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Before you get started on your journey with Health Connect America, take some time to learn more about us. At Health Connect America, all services are guided by a unified, trauma-informed approach.  Across every program, we are committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care that fosters healing and growth. Our services are delivered by clinically trained staff, grounded in a therapeutic mindset and informed by research and evidence-based practices at every level of care.   Health Connect America and its affiliate brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults across the nation.  We provide our services directly to those in need whether that be within a person's home, their community, or in one of our office settings.  Health Connect America is honored to be a part of the communities we serve and the clients we walk alongside as they embark on a journey to self-improvement and more fulfilling lives.   At Health Connect America, we are dedicated to making meaningful connections every day through creating quality, affordable opportunities for individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in a safe, positive living environment. 

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The Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner focuses clinical practice on the promotion of optimal mental health, and the prevention and treatment of psychiatric disorders. This includes the assessment, diagnosis, and medication management of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders for clients involved in other HCA behavioral health services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Obtain and accurately document a relevant mental health history that includes evaluation of mental status, current and history of abuse, violence, suicidal or self-harm behavior, substance use, level of functioning, health behaviors, trauma, sexual behaviors, and social/developmental history  
• Develop a plan of care for psychiatric disorders based on evidence-based standards of care, and practice guidelines  
• Prescribe psychotropic medications based on clinical indicators of a patient’s status, including results of diagnostic and lab tests as appropriate, to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders 
• Document all relevant client care issues in clients' progress notes and treatment plan 
• Submit Prior Authorization requests for medications, as needed 
• Educate and assist the client in evaluating pharmacotherapy options, intended effects and potential adverse effects, as well as other treatment options 
• Collaborate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and involve clients, family members, and interdisciplinary team members in gathering information and planning treatment 
• Manage psychiatric issues or emergencies that arise between clinic days by determining the level of risk and recommending appropriate interventions or responses 
• Advise treatment team on the transition of care to provide continuity of care and support for the client, family, and other health care providers, in the least restrictive manner possible  
• Provide psychoeducation to individuals, families, and groups to promote knowledge, understanding, and effective management of mental health problems and psychiatric disorders.  

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• M.D., N.P., or P.A. required.
• Psychiatric and/or behavioral health experience required.

Be Well with HCA: 

• We recognize the importance of self-care and work/life balance. 

• We offer flexibility in scheduling and provide all employees access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8 mental health counseling sessions annually. 

• Full-time HCA employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary insurance products. 

• Additional benefits include: 

• Access to a Health Navigator 

• Health Savings Account with company contribution 

• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account 

• Health Reimbursement Account 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan 

• Benefits Hub 

• Tickets at Work 

Join a team where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others. Apply now to be part of our dynamic and supportive community at Health Connect America! 

Employment at Health Connect America and it's companies is contingent upon meeting the requirements of a comprehensive background investigation prior to joining our team. 

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