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UnitedHealth Group

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

UnitedHealth Group, Woburn, Massachusetts, us, 01813

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Overview Family Counseling Associates of Massachusetts, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Beverly, MA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll play an integral part in our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates

Primary Responsibilities

Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.

Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs.

Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses.

Flexible work models & paid time off.

Health and well-being benefits: health insurance, 401k matching, family support and wellness resources.

Professional development: CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time.

Compensation generally ranges from $104,500 - $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Required Qualifications

Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of practice.

Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification.

Active DEA registration.

2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric / mental health nursing in an outpatient setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing patient education regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services.

Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including group settings.

Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders.

Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults.

Experience working with couples or family counseling.

Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs).

We are revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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