LMP : Psychiatrist or PMHNP / DNP (UWIC)

LMP : Psychiatrist or PMHNP / DNP (UWIC)

Job Overview

Location / Schedule : This position is located at the Urgent Walk-in Clinic (UWIC) at Cascadia's Plaza Health Center in SE Portland, OR. This is an on-call / per diem position with potential shifts occurring on Monday through Saturday between 9 : 00 a.m. and 9 : 00 p.m.

Position : LMP : Psychiatrist or PMHNP / DNP

Program : Urgent Walk-In Clinic

Cascadia's Mission and Vision

Mission : Cascadia Health delivers whole health care - integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing - to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.

Vision : We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life.

Position Description : The Urgent Walk-In Clinic (UWIC) Licensed Medical Provider (LMP) may be enlisted to assist UWIC clinicians with clarification of an individual's risk of harm to self / others, to determine whether a medical concern requires urgent assessment, to collaborate in developing a diagnostic formulation, to identify appropriate resources for presenting individuals, and / or to meet with an individual for evaluation and discussion of medications. UWIC LMPs also provide consultation to community providers and may evaluate individuals referred by community PCPs (Primary Care Provider).

Individuals seeking care have urgent mental health issues with frequent comorbid psychiatric addiction and medical issues. Individuals of all ages are served; most are between the ages of 17 and 65. All individuals are seen by a UWIC clinician for a safety assessment and to determine service needs.

The Licensed Medical Provider (LMP) will provide psychiatric assessments and ongoing medication management to consumers receiving services at Cascadia clinical programs, while supporting a Trauma Informed Care environment. With the high prevalence of trauma among individuals receiving mental health services, it is required the Licensed Medical Provider (LMP) understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve. Depending on the program served, services may range from one-time consultations to internal staff or external partner providers / agencies to ongoing services. Provide formal and informal case consultation to case managers, therapists, nursing staff, and other treatment team members. Coordinate with primary care and other external care providers serving individual consumers, as per community standards. Provide case consultation and support to family and / or other members of individual consumer's support systems, as needed.

All incumbents must understand, appreciate and respect the diversity and cultural differences within our Cascadia community. It is expected that there is an awareness and sensitivity to the perspectives and perceptions to those we serve, as well as our colleagues. As Cascadia is Trauma informed, the incumbent must support a Trauma Informed Care Environment. With the high prevalence of trauma among individuals receiving behavioral health services, it is required that the incumbent understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve.

Compensation : Varies by credential and experience.

• PMHNP / DNP : $72.03 / hr. ($149,794 / yr.) to $79.22 / hr. ($164,782 / yr.)
• Psychiatrist : $123.75 / hr. ($257,385 / yr.) to $136.11 / hr. ($283,113 / yr.)

Essential Responsibilities :

This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities or an all inclusive job description.

Qualifications (This position requires one of the following) :

Working Conditions

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact us at 503-963-7654.

This position is represented by a labor union.

Benefits

We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including :

Wellness Benefits :

Starting Rate Range in USD ($)

127.47

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