Job Description

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Outpatient ARNP performs psychiatric evaluations, formulates diagnosis, evaluates the need for medications, laboratory studies, and imaging, and prescribes accordingly and as licensed by law. The ARNP participates in the development of treatment plans, including reviewing cases with the treatment teams ensuring patient care is delivered in an evidence-based, trauma informed manner. Case consultation with other FBH staff, residential providers and families is provided upon request. The ARNP may, on occasion, be asked to help provide ARNP coverage in other programs.

The Outpatient ARNP is encouraged to participate in the Provider On-Call rotation. Call is a 24/7 responsibility lasting for one week, beginning and ending on Monday at 8:00am. Frequency of call depends on how many providers are in the on-call pool, but historically, call is scheduled 4-5 times per year. The majority of the work occurs from 5pm – 8am the following day; however, the occasional call during 8am-5pm is possible. It is expected that the on-call provider will be available by phone during this entire period of call.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide assessment and diagnose for assigned clients and as needed crisis medical evaluation for non-assigned clients.
• Provide patient education pertaining to diagnosis and medication treatment regime.
• Select, prescribe, and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Consult with the Chief Medical Officer regularly on clinically complicated cases
• Keep supervisor informed of daily activities and any potential problems in a timely manner.
• Utilize concurrent documentation in FBH’s electronic medical record whenever feasible to enhance patient participation and provider productivity.
• Ensure documentation in the client record is accurate, clear and timely.
• Maintain high quality clinical care through participation in utilization review and peer review as designated.
• Coordinate with primary health care provider, and facilitate referrals to primary health care physicians, as appropriate.
• Participate in professional offerings and continuing education in neuropharmacology to maintain license and remain current in the field.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all FBH staff.
• Meet or exceed productivity requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

​QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Washington State ARNP License with prescriptive authority.
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ANCC)
• DEA license
• Must be qualified to be credentialed with insurance companies.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in community based behavioral healthcare.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is generally performed in an office setting which may involve sitting and use of computers for four to eight hours per day.
• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
• Work may be performed out of office and travel may be needed to outside areas.
• Blood-borne Pathogen Category I - Chance of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

(Salary/Exempt): $170,665.00 Annually.

All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health.

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Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks

• Signing Bonus!
• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.