Job Description
				  Job Description 
 Job Description 
 Benefits: 
- 401(k)
-  Dental insurance 
-  Health insurance 
-  Paid time off 
-  Vision insurance 
 The Advanced Practice Provider (APP), either an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (APNP) or a Physician Assistant (PA), will play a critical role in managing the clinical, operational, and administrative tasks associated with client care in our Residential Dual Diagnosis program. This position requires a high level of clinical expertise in a psychiatric or medical setting, focusing on delivering integrated, client-centered care, and program management. 
 Key Responsibilities: 
-  Clinical Evaluations and Client Care: 
-  Perform comprehensive initial intake assessments within 24 hours of client admission to determine the appropriate level of care. 
-  Provide ongoing primary medical care and psychiatric evaluations as required. 
-  Prescribe medications and manage therapeutic plans, ensuring treatments are medically necessary and appropriate. 
-  Document all client interactions and treatment modifications in the facilitys electronic medical records (EMR) system promptly. 
-  Program Oversight and Development: 
-  Engage in the development, evaluation, and refinement of clinical programs, assessing their effectiveness and operational efficiency. 
-  Make recommendations for policy improvements and resource allocations to enhance program outcomes, liaising directly with the Director. 
-  Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration: 
-  Act as a key intermediary between medical, clinical, and support staff to foster seamless integrated client care. 
-  Participate actively in therapy groups, family meetings, staff briefings, and other relevant activities, contributing expert knowledge and clinical perspectives. 
-  Medication and Treatment Management: 
-  Oversee the medication administration process, including verification, documentation, and secure management of prescription medications. 
-  Coordinate and supervise internal doctor visits for medical psychiatric intake and reviews, according to the medical staffs schedules. 
-  Client Advocacy and Engagement: 
-  Ensure a supportive, welcoming environment for clients, familiarizing them with facility services and personnel. 
-  Conduct regular evaluations of client progress, providing at least weekly updates for residential clients. 
-  Manage the collection and processing of drug screens, and oversee the submission of prescriptions as needed. 
-  Quality Assurance and Compliance: 
-  Utilize and optimize the EMR for all client documentation and interdepartmental communications. 
-  Maintain vigilant oversight of medical and mental status, reporting significant observations back to the clinical team. 
-  Safeguard client rights and confidentiality, ensuring respectful and dignified treatment across all interactions. 
 Flexible work from home options available. 
				 
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