Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Child & Adolescent) - Part-Time, Up To 75USD p/ Hour

Job Description

Expanding practice seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Child & Adolescent) to work in Brighton, Massachusetts! (Boston Area)\n
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\nJoin a mission-driven, comprehensive health center providing integrated behavioral health services to a diverse, underserved community, part-time, with flexible scheduling.\n
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\nCONTACT: Katie Patterson 843-574-8234 katie@nowhealthcare.org\n
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Company:\n
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• Comprehensive community health practice providing medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, optical, and vision services

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• Serves over 13,500 patients annually; 90% low-income, over 70% needing services in a language other than English

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• Mission-driven, team-oriented, and progressive organization focused on health equity

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• Strong track record of internal employee development and promotion

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• Fluency in English and Spanish or Portuguese preferred; experience in diverse cultures a plus

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Compensation:\n
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• Pay range: $59.00–$75.00/hour

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• Medical and dental insurance

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• Short- and long-term disability insurance

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• Generous paid time off

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• Flexible spending account

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• Employee assistance program

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• Health reimbursement arrangement

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• Travel reimbursement

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• Professional development opportunities

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Job/Practice Description: Psychiatric NP, Child & Adolescent\n
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• Part-time, 10–16 hours per week, with flexible scheduling

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• Evaluate and treat patients under 18, providing psychiatric assessment, care, and health education

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• Prescribe medications, including controlled substances, using evidence-based medicine

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• Provide consultation to nurses triaging walk-in or call-in patients

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• Manage and follow up on patients through EMR

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• Maintain continuity of care across referrals, ER visits, and specialty/inpatient services

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• Refer patients for specialty services in consultation with an MD

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• Participate in continuing education and annual performance evaluations

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• Educate patients and families on mental health, medications, and treatment plans

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• Collaborate with behavioral health clinicians on medication management referrals and follow-ups

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• Productivity standard: 90% clinical time, 10% case management; 7–8 patients per 4-hour session

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Requirements:\n
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• Active Massachusetts license to practice psychiatry

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• Active PMHNP board certification

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• At least 2 years of experience working with children and adolescents

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• Prior ambulatory experience preferred

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Location offers:\n
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• Vibrant, multicultural Boston neighborhood known for its mix of families, students, and young professionals

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• Rated one of the safest and best neighborhoods to live in Boston

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• Home to three distinct village hubs: Brighton Center, Cleveland Circle, and Oak Square — each with its own dining, shopping, and local charm

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• Close to major institutions including Boston College, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, and New Balance’s world headquarters

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• Chestnut Hill Reservoir offers a popular 1.5-mile walking/jogging loop

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• Great public transit access (Green Line) and quick commute into downtown Boston (under 10 minutes to many areas)

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• Rich dining, nightlife, and arts scene, including Brighton Music Hall for live performances

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• Above-average public schools

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