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Munson Healthcare
Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Inpatient
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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.
$36,084 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin Munson Healthcare's Behavioral Health Team! Full-time |
Shifts are 7-on 7-off schedule
Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.
InpatientSummary:
Munson Healthcare's Behavioral Health team is offering a full-time opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP; Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to provide assessment, treatment planning, psychiatric services, and care coordination for patients seen on the adult inpatient psychiatric unit at Munson Medical Center.Position Duties/Highlights Include:
Psychiatric APP works in partnership with a psychiatrist on a general adult inpatient unity with a full complement of psychiatric nurses, clinical therapists/case managers, and behavioral health technicians.Shifts are 7-on 7-off schedule
Standard Qualifications:
Education/Training:
Master's Degree in Nursing OR Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studiesWork Experience:
Minimum of 3+ years' experience in Behavioral Health preferredCertification, Licensure, Registration:
Board eligible/certified to practice in the State of MichiganPsychiatric Mental Health Certification (PMHNP) The Benefits of Working atMunson:
Competitive market-based compensationFull benefits, paid holidays, and paid time offCME AllowanceProfessional LiabilitySign On BonusRetirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discountsEHROracle HealthFind more than your next job. Find your community. We're northern Michigan's largest healthcare system and we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. That means that our patients are often our family, friends and neighbors- and it's special to be able to care for them. And as one of the top healthcare systems to work for in Michigan by Forbes (American's Best Employers by State 2022), we're committed to your ongoing growth and development. After work, you'll find things to do in every season
- beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment.
Numbers:
8 hospitals694 licensed acute care beds212 licensed long-term care beds7,500 employees1,000 physicians63 specialties540,000 residentsWe cover 14,667 square miles- about the size of Vermont and Delaware combined.
Why Choose Munson Healthcare:
Balance- Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town Opportunity
- Be a part of northern Michigan's leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system Flexibility
- A career that can change as your life changes Teamwork
- Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!
Highlights include:
Outdoor Recreation:
Endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and golfing in a region surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and trails.Cultural Hub:
Home to the National Cherry Festival, vibrant arts scenes, award-winning wineries, and a burgeoning culinary landscape.Top-Rated Schools:
Excellent public and private schools, making it an ideal place for families.Accessibility:
Convenient regional airport with direct flights to major cities, ensuring easy travel for professional and personal needs. Traverse City, Michigan We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.