FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER POSITION SUMMARY
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) works collaboratively with the Medical Director and/or Supervising Physician to provide a variety of primary care services the West Cecil Health Center patients. These services include, but are not limited to, health promotion, injury and illness prevention, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of commonly encountered health problems and injuries, monitoring of stable chronic health problems, and community development and advocacy. Performs testing, referral to physicians and specialists as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. These services are provided within a holistic, patient care-centered framework to patients of all ages.
If you’re looking to work for an organization that offers great benefits, growth opportunities and a positive atmosphere, this is the job for you!
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Engagement Committees401K with employer matchGenerous Paid Time OffPaid HolidaysContinuing Medical Education - paid time off and reimbursementWorking at West Cecil Health Center connects you to a compassionate team making a difference in our community’s health - and opens the door to maximum loan reimbursement eligibility! At a federal level, as a Federally Qualified Health Center, WCHC is automatically designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), which means qualified clinicians working at our locations can take advantage of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)’s tax-free loan repayment assistance. Learn more at the National Health Resources & Services Administration website.THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER (FNP) ARE...
Serve as Provider of West Cecil Health Center, Inc. and provide leadership to facilitate the achievement of its mission. Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing medical records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations and records findings following proper medical documentation protocolInitiates and performs or directs other support staff to perform screening and diagnostic tests, including blood draws, cultures, skin tests, pap smears, minor wound care, and other procedures appropriate for the patients’ conditionOrders or performs routine laboratory and other testing and interprets results, or arranges for such procedures at other facilitiesPlans and oversees on going treatment and clinical management of patients in stable phases of chronic illness, and general health maintenance of non-chronic, non-acute patients in adults and infants/childrenConsults with providers regarding patients’ conditions, diagnosis, treatment plan, medication orders and need for specialty care; keeps supervising physician advised of patient status as necessaryPrescribes medications according to proper clinical care and standards of practiceRecognizes conditions requiring immediate attention, changes in chronic conditions, indications of early stages of chronic conditions, mental and emotional disturbances, and communicable disease cases; consults and makes appointments with physicians for patientsProvides emergency medical treatment when necessary and within scope of expertise and available resourcesPrepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, files, records, and other documents pertaining to patients’ care; reviews material prepared by other staff for completeness and accuracyAttends, participates in, and contributes to in-services education, staff meetings, and training sessions to maintain and increase skills, and to teach othersREQUIREMENTS
Education
Nurse Practitioner Master Degree
Experience
A minimum of one-year experience in family health care preferred
At WCHC, we embrace diversity and we don’t discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy status, or veteran status.
Read LessWest Cecil Health Center is looking to add to their Behavioral Health Team! WCHC is looking for a Behavioral Health Director who is passionate about their work, wishes to make a difference in their community and is interested in continued development.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIRECTOR POSITION SUMMARY
The Behavioral Health Director contributes to the successful achievement of the West Cecil Health Center (WCHC) mission and strategic initiatives by providing leadership, oversight, evaluation and direction of WCHC Behavioral Health operations. With a focus on patient care, the Behavioral Health Director assures adequate provider productivity within a quality assurance process. Responsible for overseeing health center activities related to the delivery of behavioral health services to the community. Serves as the primary liaison between WCHC departments and community stakeholders. The Behavioral Health Director will provide care to WCHC patients, evaluating medical and psychosocial conditions; developing and implementing treatment plans, including prescription of psychotropic medications; monitoring and evaluating treatment results.
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Engagement CommitteesWCHC offers a compressive benefit package including:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceHealth Reimbursement ArrangementEmployer paid Life and AD&D and Disability insurance401K with employer matchGenerous Paid Time Off and Volunteer timePaid HolidaysContinuing Medical Education funds and time offSUPERVISION
Supervisor: Chief Medical Officer
Direct Supervision: Behavioral Health providers
Medical Assistant - BH Lead
Medical Assistants - BH
Behavioral Health Referral Coordinator
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides behavioral health services to patients in conformity with clinic protocols and professional code of ethics. Also, ensures compliance with federal, state, and local standards and contributes to the efficiency of health center operations.
Performs oversight of behavioral health services provided to patients by the Behavioral Health providers of WCHC.
Monitors and ensures that the performance quality by Behavioral Health providers meets federal, state and local standards.
Reviews and resolves patient complaints directly related to behavioral health care.
Creates, assists, maintains, modifies and implements WCHC policies and procedures in compliance with current accepted professional standards.
Ensures all requirements of the electronic medical record are met, including but not limited to, documentation of patient encounters, meaningful use, patient self-management goals and review of patient laboratory data.
Ensures that professional persons and facilities used for patient referrals meet the applicable standards of care.
Knowledgeable in HRSA guidelines and ensures that WCHC maintains compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.
Conducts Behavioral Health provider staff meetings and ensures meeting documentation is maintained.
Improves Behavioral Health provider competence by providing training and discussions regarding the interrelationship between psychosocial and physiological problems, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, and related issues.
Quality Management oversight
Directs the quality assessment and quality assurance/improvement program in compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations, and ensures meetings are appropriately documented.
Establishes and maintains a patient care audit process that ensures the quality of care provided meets acceptable standards.
Coordinates the internal peer review process and patient chart review.
3. Acts as behavioral health liaison to the community and provides support to the Chief
Medical Officer:
Serves as the behavioral health professional representative to the healthcare community and other organizations as appropriate.
Develops positive relationships with local behavioral health groups, behavioral health societies and consumer groups.
4. Performs direct behavioral health services for patients:
Evaluates patients by interviewing patients, family, and other persons; conducting physical examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; ordering laboratory tests and evaluating results.
Develops treatment plans by determining nature and extent of cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders; establishing treatment goals and methodologies.
Treats patients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress toward goals with patients; providing instructions; monitoring effect of medications; supervising staff provision of services.
Maintains interdisciplinary treatment by reviewing treatment plans and progress; consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, and other health care providers.
Assures quality and safe service for patients and staff by enforcing policies, procedures, standards, rules, and legal/regulatory requirements; participating in utilization reviews; remaining available for emergency consultations.
Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events; writing summaries.
Updates job knowledge by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
5. Assists CMO and serves as team lead to ensure that federal, state, and local standards are
met by WCHC as they relate to the performance of behavioral health services
Assists senior management in meeting all internal and external performance and reporting requirements.
Assists in setting and managing organizational performance goals.
Recruits professional behavioral health staff, drafts contracts and onboards new hires.
Serves as a role model and is accountable and responsible for ensuring optimal performance of clinical operations; quality of care, customer service and productivity.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MD, DO, PMHNP, LCSW-C, LCPC
Maintains current unrestricted professional license
Board certified or board eligible, if applicable
Maintains valid Federal D.E.A. Certificate and Maryland CDS
Maintains Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (AHA- BLS/Provider)
Complies with required license Continuing Education requirements
SPECIFIC SKILLS:
Provides complex information to the organization.
Articulates organizational vision and implements organizational strategic initiatives.
Possesses a high level of verbal and written communication skills including the ability to respond accordingly to patient and staff needs.
At a minimum the candidate must have strong computer skills including the ability to prepare internal and external correspondence and reports, and be able to summarize data from the electronic medical records system.
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in behavioral health, FQHC experience is preferred.
Past supervisory/leadership experience
Public Health or Community/Rural Health Center experience preferred
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
None
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
General office environment
Frequent time spent in WCHC patient care sites
Occasional travel
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At WCHC, we embrace diversity and we don’t discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy status, or veteran status.
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The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for evaluating medical and psychosocial conditions; developing and implementing treatment plans, including prescription of psychotropic medications; monitoring and evaluating treatment results.
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Company Sponsored Events
Employee Engagement Committees
WCHC offers a compressive benefit package including:
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance - full time only
Health Reimbursement Arrangement - full time only
Employer paid Life and AD&D and Disability insurance - full time only
401K with employer match
Generous Paid Time Off and Volunteer time
Paid Holidays
Continuing Medical Education paid time off and reimbursement
Working at West Cecil Health Center connects you to a compassionate team making a difference in our community’s health - and opens the door to maximum loan reimbursement eligibility! At a federal level, as a Federally Qualified Health Center, WCHC is automatically designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), which means qualified clinicians working at our locations can take advantage of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)’s tax-free loan repayment assistance. Learn more at the National Health Resources & Services Administration website.THIS JOB MAY BE FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE...
A Master's Degree in Nursing with a focus in PsychiatryANCC Certification as a PMHNP3 years of experience in behavioral health care is preferredPSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Evaluates patients by interviewing patient, family, and other persons; conducting physical examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; ordering laboratory tests and evaluating results.
Develops treatment plans by determining nature and extent of cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders; establishing treatment goals and methodologies.
Treats patients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress toward goals with patients; providing instructions; monitoring effect of medications; supervising staff provision of services.
Maintains interdisciplinary treatment by reviewing treatment plans and progress; consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, and other health care providers.
Assures quality and safe service for patients and staff by enforcing policies, procedures, standards, rules, and legal/regulatory requirements; participating in utilization reviews; remaining available for emergency consultations.
Improves staff competence by providing training and discussions regarding the interrelationship between psychosocial and physiological problems, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, and related issues.
Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events; writing summaries.
Updates job knowledge by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Be responsible and accountable to the Behavioral Health Team, Medical Director, Executive Director and the Board of Directors, keeping them informed of pertinent matters relating to behavioral health operations, the mental health care industry, and regulatory and legislative developments.
Promote the health center and its services to the community and its various constituents
Serve as liaison between the medical behavioral health community and the center
Assist the Medical Director in pursuit of additional grant and funding opportunities consistent with the mission of the center in order to expand the center's capacity to meet the health needs of the community
Assist with health care provider recruitment and retention
KEY COMPETENCIES
Documentation skills
Problem Solving/Analyzing Information
Communication Proficiency.
Decision Making
Ethical Conduct
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Thoroughness
Collaboration with treatment team
Current Knowledge of standards of care
Accountability for patient care
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This may be a full-time or part-time position.
Days and hours of work will be scheduled in accordance with West Cecil Health Center’s operating hours.
LOCATION/TRAVEL
Located in West Cecil Health Center and/or its qualified subsidiaries.
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Master Degree in Nursing with a focus in Psychiatry
ANCC Certification as a PMHNP
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in behavioral health care is preferred
Physical/EnvironmentalThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies up to 20 pounds
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Well-developed interpersonal skills are required
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At WCHC, we embrace diversity and we don’t discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy status, or veteran status.
Read LessThe LCSW-C is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of services of patients with mental, behavioral, and emotional issues.
If you’re looking to work for an organization that offers great benefits, growth opportunities and a positive atmosphere, this is the job for you!
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
Financial Incentives$1,500 Sign on bonus and an additional $2,000 after one yearEducation reimbursementLoan repayment - As a Federally Qualified Health Center, WCHC is automatically designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), which means qualified clinicians working at our locations can take advantage of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)’s tax-free loan repayment assistance. Learn more at the National Health Resources & Services Administration website.Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesFlexibilityCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Engagement CommitteesWCHC offers a compressive benefit package including:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceHealth Reimbursement ArrangementEmployer paid Life and AD&D and Disability insurance401K with employer matchGenerous Paid Time Off and Volunteer timePaid HolidaysLCSW-C ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide services within the scope of practice generally accepted as a Licensed Certified Social Worker of West Cecil Health Center, Inc.Support the mission of West Cecil Health Center by serving as a liaison and promoting the health center to the behavioral community and its various constituents.Assess the psychosocial needs, situations, strengths, and support networks of patients with mental, behavioral, and emotional issuesDevelop care plans and treatment goals with patientsEstablish a rapport and advocate for patientsProvide therapeutic support and help patients solve and cope with problems in their lifeProvide individual and group therapyAssist Primary Care Physicians with patient behavioral health concerns.Assist West Cecil Health Center in pursuit of additional grant and funding opportunities consistent with the mission of the center in order to expand the center's capacity to meet the health needs of the community.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, credit history, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Read LessThe Dentist position contributes to the successful achievement of West Cecil Health Center's mission by providing friendly, professional and high-quality dental care within a team-based, patient-centered dental program.
If you’re looking to work for an organization that offers great benefits and a positive atmosphere, this is the job for you!
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
Flexibility401K with employer matchCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Engagement CommitteesDENTIST ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Clinical Duties: Provides dental services to patients in conformity with clinic protocols and the code of ethics of the Maryland Board of Dentistry, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local standards and contributes to the efficiency of health center operations.Performs routine exams, basic restorative work, full dentures, partial dentures, simple extractions, and is able to work with patients of all ages including children.Diagnoses oral diseases.Promotes oral health and disease prevention.Creates treatment plans to maintain or restore the oral health of their patients.Interprets x-rays and diagnostic tests.Ensures the safe administration of anesthetics.Monitors growth and development of the teeth and jaws.Educates patients and their parents or legal guardians on maintaining proper oral health.Supervises clinically the work of dental hygienists and dental assistants.General Responsibilities
Promotes positive working relationships among supervisor, staff, and other departmentsProvides safe environment of careReduces risk of nosocomial infections in patients, employees and visitors.Interacts with patients, visitors, staff and outside agencies in professional mannerContributes to Improving Organizational Performance ActivitiesMaintains strict confidentiality at all times as per Confidentiality StatementIdentifies problems and develops recommendation for resolutionAssumes personal responsibility for ongoing professional growth and developmentParticipates in department planning activities, as requestedWill regularly review/audit charts of peers at the direction of CMOAttend offsite community events, performing oral health screening and education activities.THIS JOB MAY BE FOR YOU IF...
Graduated from an accredited school of Dentistry with a DDS or DMD Degree.Maintain a current unrestricted Maryland State Dental LicenseMaintains valid Federal D.E.A. Certificate and Maryland CDSMaintain CPR Certificate ( AHA - BLS)We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, credit history, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Read LessIf you’re looking to work for an organization that offers great benefits, growth opportunities and a positive atmosphere, this is the job for you!
WHY SHOULD YOU, A LCPC APPLY?
Financial Incentives$1,500 Sign on bonus and an additional $2,000 after one yearEducation reimbursementLoan repayment - As a Federally Qualified Health Center, WCHC is automatically designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), which means qualified clinicians working at our locations can take advantage of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)’s tax-free loan repayment assistance. Learn more at the National Health Resources & Services Administration website.Growth and Advancement OpportunitiesFlexibilityCompany Sponsored EventsEmployee Engagement CommitteesWCHC offers a compressive benefit package including:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceHealth Reimbursement ArrangementEmployer paid Life and AD&D and Disability insurance401K with employer matchGenerous Paid Time Off and Volunteer timePaid HolidaysLCPC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide services within the scope of practice generally accepted as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor of West Cecil Health Center, Inc.
Support the mission of West Cecil Health Center by serving as a liaison and promoting the health center to the behavioral community and its various constituents.
Assess the psychosocial needs, situations, strengths, and support networks of patients with mental, behavioral, and emotional issues
Develop care plans and treatment goals with patients
Establish a rapport and advocate for patients
Provide therapeutic support and help patients solve and cope with problems in their life
Provide individual and group therapy
Assist Primary Care Physicians with patient behavioral health concerns.
Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms and treatment events; writing summaries.
Contributes to a positive work environment by treating others with fairness and respect.
Assist West Cecil Health Center in pursuit of additional grant and funding opportunities consistent with the mission of the center in order to expand the center's capacity to meet the health needs of the community.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, credit history, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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