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Compass Health Systems

Dual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$42,643 / year median in Massachusetts

+13% projected growth

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Dual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Compass Health Systems - 2.8 Ludlow, MA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $110,000 - $170,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Psychiatry Outpatient experience Diagnostic evaluation Advanced practice provider Full Job Description Dual PMHNP/FNP or Experienced PA Opportunity - Addiction Medicine Ludlow, Massachusetts | Detoxification, Residential, PHP & IOP Program Make a Meaningful Impact in Recovery Care We are seeking a compassionate and experienc ed Dual-Certified PMHNP/ FNP or experienced Physician Assistant ( PA) to join our multidisciplinary treatment team serving individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This position supports patients across a full continuum of care, includ ing Medical Detoxification, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programming ( IOP) in Ludlow , MA. We offer flexible scheduling with opportunities for both in-person and telehealth ser vices, and welcome candidates interested in ei ther part-time or full-time emplo yment. Position Highlights Fl exible part-time or fu ll-time opportunities Hybrid schedule with a combinat ion of: On-site patient careVirtual/telehealth services Work across multiple levels of addiction treatment Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment Competitive compensation Opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' recovery journeys. Responsibilities Conduct psychiatric and/or medical evaluations and follow-up assessments Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions Manage medications, including MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) when appropriate Complete admissions, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, case managers, and clinical leadership Participate in treatment team meetings and provide clinical guidance Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards Qualifications
PMHNP/FNP
Candidates Active Massachusetts NP license Dual certif ication as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitio ner ( PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practit ioner (FNP) DEA registration Experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, or psychiatric care preferred Physician Assistant Candidates Active Massachusetts PA license DEA registration Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred Experience in addiction medicine, psychiatry, emergency medicine, primary care, or behavioral health strongly preferred Ideal Candidate Passionate about helping individuals recover from substance use disorders Comfortable working with patients in detoxification and behavioral health settings Strong clinical judgment and collaborative approach to care Excellent communication and documentation skills Experience with MAT and co-occurring disorders is a plus
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$110,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
License/Certification:
MA PMHNP/FNP/PA
(Required)
Work Location:
In person