Psych ARNP - Opportunities in Kitsap County, Mason County, and Rural Pierce County

The Advanced Practice Clinician is responsible for providing comprehensive behavioral health care to PCHS patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Practice behavioral health within the scope of the clinical program
• Determine diagnosis based on DSM-V criteria
• Prescribe psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat emotional or behavioral disorders
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers, Psychiatric Specialist, and other Behavioral Health Providers (i.e., Mental Health Counselors and Substance Use Disorder Professionals) in developing treatment programs for patients
• Offer ongoing informal education to appropriate staff
• Assist the organizations outreach efforts as requested
• Utilize the community referral system for those cases beyond the scope of PCHS
• Familiar with using electronic health record (ex. Athena)
• Monitor, and where applicable, precept relevant provider and care staff to ensure delivery of care
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct reports.

Qualifications

• Active ARNP License in Washington State (required)
• Active DEA Certification (required)
• Active CPR Certification (required)
• Valid driver’s license (required)

Benefits and Compensation

PCHS offers a wide variety of benefits through a customizable cafeteria plan. In addition to receiving employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance, eligible employees can choose between several employer-subsidized health insurance plans and YMCA and Costco memberships. PCHS also offers a 403(b)-retirement plan, pet insurance, and legal and long-term care plans, among others.

For pay equity purposes, PCHS pays each role at a calculated market wage plus applicable stipends associated with certain shifts or locations.

What We Offer Our Providers:

• Enhanced PTO Accrual
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Workforce Housing available for oncoming Providers
• Malpractice Insurance
• Participation in Federal and State Loan Repayment Programs
• PCHS Loan Repayment Allowance
• Full comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, 403(b), and many more!
• Wellness Benefits
• Be a part of a group that truly cares about their community and has the goal to give back!

Starting Salary: $140,000 Annually

Skills

Must have excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; to receive and respond well to feedback. Possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills; time-management and organizational skills, including being punctual, responsive, and efficient. Perform job with professionalism and good judgment.

Equal Opportunity

Peninsula Community Health Services is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not exclude persons from employment or application for employment from receipt of or participation in programs, activities, services on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, military status, marital status, religion, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

COVID-19 Vaccination

PCHS requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All offers are contingent and your vaccine status will be verified at onboarding.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

With multiple locations and settings, PCHS’ work environment and physical demands vary greatly depending on the employee’s role. Essential job functions include the following: The employee is required to talk, hear, see, smell, sit and stand. The employee is frequently required to move around the facility; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Employees may be exposed to mechanical parts and moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job functions.

Make a Difference with PCHS

Join Peninsula Community Health Services (PCHS) in making a difference in people's lives and the surrounding community every day. PCHS exemplifies a culture of community service that is Patient Driven, Empathetic, and Staff Empowered. We are, a Federally Qualified Health Center supporting access to healthcare services (medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health) for Kitsap County, Mason County, and Rural Pierce County.

Our Mission

PCHS exemplifies a culture of community service. Our patients come from all walks of life. PCHS services are available to our patients without regard for ability to pay.

Our Vision

PCHS strives to eliminate healthcare disparities in our community. We have medical and dental clinics located throughout Kitsap and Mason and rural Pierce County and a dedicated team working together to create a care plan that’s right for you. We also bring that care directly to our patients who can’t easily make it into our traditional clinics through our mobile clinics, school-based health centers, and by partnering with our community service agencies to deliver care on their premises.

Our Guiding Principle

Here at PCHS, our guiding principle is to see and value every person. We believe all patients have the right to be treated with respect and dignity with an acknowledgment that this includes their cultural, social, spiritual, and personal values and beliefs.

Our Core Values

Every member of PCHS stands by our Core Values: Patient driven. Empathetic. Staff Empowered.

We are an employer of choice because we offer:

• Full comprehensive benefits including, health, life, disability, 403(b), CME allowance (specified positions), and more…
• Wellness benefits
• School loan repayment potential
• Four- or five-day work weeks and flexible schedule—allows plenty of time for work/life balance (clinical staff only)
• Mission-driven—be a part of a group that truly cares about their community and has the goal to give back

At Peninsula Community Health Services (PCHS), we are always looking for great Medical, Dental, Pharmacy (PharmD), and Behavioral Health Providers. We have 3 convenient locations in Bremerton, WA. 

PCHS was founded in 1987 as a community clinic in downtown Bremerton and became a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 1993. Our health services include primary medical, dental, behavioral health counseling, substance abuse treatment, pharmacy services, and health education for all stages of life. Services are provided to all patients, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Patients may qualify for a sliding fee discount based on their household income and family size.

Peninsula Community Health Services has medical and dental clinics located throughout Kitsap, Mason, and rural Pierce county in the Puget Sound area of Western Washington (about thirty minutes west of Seattle by ferry). Our team of 350 employees serve over 40,000 patients throughout this region. As the only community health center in Kitsap, Mason, and rural Pierce county, PCHS has experienced considerable growth in the last several years. We’ve even incorporated mobile treatment services for primary medical, dental, and behavioral health, in order to reach patients where they are in the community. We are dedicated to providing quality healthcare services in an environment that is respectful and supportive of our patients and each of their unique needs. Our team of healthcare professionals delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care in a timely manner.

Our guiding principle is to see and value every person. We believe all patients have the right to be treated with respect and dignity with an acknowledgment that this includes their cultural, social, spiritual, and personal values and beliefs.