Nurse Practitioner (Family / Primary Care) or Physician Assistant Arkansas — Primary Care (Medicare)

Employer:

BHC Management, LLC Location:

Forrest City, Arkansas Employment Type:

Full-Time Reports To:

Medical Director / Clinical Director About the Role BHC Management, LLC provides integrated care in a primary care and behavioral health setting serving individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, including Medicare beneficiaries [and dually eligible Medicare/Medicaid clients]. We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (Family/Primary Care, FNP) or Physician Assistant to provide medical and primary care services to this patient population as part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA delivers general medical care, manages the physical-health needs that intersect with behavioral health treatment, and coordinates with the psychiatric and behavioral health staff. Because this role serves Medicare beneficiaries, the clinician must be Medicare-enrolled (or eligible to enroll) and document services to Medicare medical-necessity standards. Key Responsibilities Provide primary and medical care to patients (history and physical exams, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic medical conditions, ordering and interpreting labs and diagnostics). Manage the medical/physical-health needs of patients in behavioral health treatment, including metabolic monitoring and management related to psychiatric medications (in coordination with the prescribing psychiatric provider). Prescribe and manage medications within the FNP/PA scope of practice and prescriptive protocols. Provide medical clearance, screenings, and ongoing medical management as part of integrated care. Coordinate care with the psychiatric provider (PMHNP/physician), therapists, counselors, nursing, and case management; refer to specialty or psychiatric care as appropriate. Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EHR consistent with

HIPAA, 42 CFR

Part 2 (where applicable), and Medicare/Medicaid medical-necessity and billing requirements. Query the Arkansas Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) before prescribing controlled substances, as required. Maintain compliance with the collaborative practice agreement and prescriptive protocols with the collaborating physician. Required Qualifications (Arkansas) Master's (MSN) or Doctoral (DNP) degree from an accredited Family/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program. Active, unrestricted Arkansas APRN license with a Family/Individual Across the Lifespan (primary care) population focus, issued by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing; current unencumbered Arkansas RN license. National board certification as an FNP (e.g., FNP-BC through ANCC or FNP-C through AANP). National board certification as PA. Certificate of Prescriptive Authority from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

Collaborative Practice Agreement:

Arkansas is a reduced-practice state. Unless the NP holds full independent practice authority (granted after 6,240 supervised hours via the Full Independent Practice Credentialing Committee), the NP/PA must maintain a collaborative practice agreement with a licensed physician whose training is within the APRN's scope/specialty. Organization to facilitate. DEA registration for controlled substances.

Note:

under Arkansas law, APRN controlled-substance authority covers Schedules III-V (Schedule II is restricted). Registration with the Arkansas PDMP is required.

Medicare enrollment:

Active Medicare enrollment with a valid National Provider Identifier (NPI), or eligibility and willingness to enroll prior to seeing Medicare patients. Where the practice bills, the clinician reassigns billing rights to the practice/RHC as applicable. Ability to pass a background check and any required health screenings. Preferred Qualifications Experience providing primary care in an integrated behavioral health, community health, or RHC setting, but not necessary. Experience serving patients with co-occurring medical and behavioral health needs. Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid documentation, medical-necessity, and (where applicable) RHC billing standards. Experience serving older adults and dually eligible (Medicare/Medicaid) populations. Skills & Attributes Strong primary-care clinical assessment and management skills across the lifespan. Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary behavioral health team. Sound clinical judgment and appropriate use of referral and consultation. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Organized and able to meet documentation and prescribing-compliance deadlines. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and credentials. Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays Sick time Vacation Floating Day off for

BIrthday Pay:

$48.00 - $72.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person