Lead Nurse Practitioner (FNP) - Behavioral Health | Medical Services Director

Director of Medical Services - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Location:

Hybrid (Remote with required onsite presence based on admissions and patient needs)

Department:

Medical Schedule:

Full-Time FLSA:

Exempt Reports To:

Chief Operating Officer Clinical Oversight:

Medical Director About the Role Horizon Recovery is seeking a Director of Medical Services - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to lead and oversee medical services across our adolescent behavioral health programs. This leadership role combines direct patient care with medical department oversight, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant medical services for adolescents receiving treatment. The position is structured as approximately 60% clinical care and 40% administrative leadership. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and ongoing patient assessments
• Perform admission medical evaluations and medication reconciliation
• Prescribe and manage medications using evidence-based practices
• Monitor treatment response and medication safety
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and screenings
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and treatment teams Medical Department Leadership
• Supervise medical staff including Medical Assistants, nurses, and nurse practitioners
• Oversee medication management systems and medication safety procedures
• Ensure compliance with medical documentation standards and regulatory requirements
• Support medical clearance for patient admissions
• Coordinate with external medical providers, pharmacies, laboratories, and hospitals
• Maintain reliable medical operations across programs Compliance & Quality Oversight
• Support compliance with Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) regulations
• Participate in regulatory audits and inspections
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR Work Environment This is a hybrid position combining remote work and onsite presence. Onsite visits may be required to support:
• Admission medical evaluations
• In-person patient assessments
• Collaboration with treatment teams
• Medical department oversight Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support admissions or urgent medical needs. Minimum Qualifications
• Active and unrestricted Arizona Nurse Practitioner license
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification
• Current DEA registration with prescribing authority
• CPR/BLS certification
• Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience working with adolescent populations preferred
• Behavioral health or residential treatment experience preferred
• Strong clinical documentation and EMR proficiency
• Experience supervising medical staff or clinical teams preferred Why Join Horizon Recovery?
• Leadership role within a growing behavioral health organization
• Opportunity to shape medical systems and patient care practices
• Collaborative, mission-driven treatment environment
• Hybrid work flexibility

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Examples:

some may not be applicable, can delete and/or add as necessary

• Must be able to walk, bend, stand, climb stairs, speak English, hear, use a telephone, drive an automobile, and operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, copier, and fax machine. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and a professional workspace when working from home.
• Ability to participate in remote meetings, calls, and virtual training sessions.
• The majority of scheduled work hours are expected to be performed onsite at assigned residential houses and clinic locations.
• Residential behavioral health settings serve adolescents and young adults.
• Clinic environments.
• Multi-site travel within the local area.
• Fast-paced environment requires attention to detail and responsiveness.
• Potential exposure to emotionally dysregulated clients

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development and training opportunities. Supportive work environment focused on employee well-being. [Other specific benefits offered by the company, e.g., health insurance, retirement plans, etc.] If you are serious about this opportunity, please submit your application and complete the below survey afterwards. The survey takes