Full Job Description
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.
Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.
Hennepin Healthcare’s Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) has an opening for a Physician Assistant or PMHNP. The APS center serves those in emotional crisis with 24-hour, seven-day-a-week crisis counseling, assessment, and referral.
We have flexibility to hire a full-time position or slightly less (0.8 – 1.0 FTE). This position is typically scheduled Monday – Friday starting at 3 pm and includes 1 weekend/month (two 12-hour shifts). Part-time positions would have full medical/dental benefits, as well as a number of additional pro-rated benefits, such as PTO and continuing education funds.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform initial and ongoing assessment of psychiatric and medical needs of clients presenting to APS
- Provide relevant patient and family education
- Assess clients for release of transportation holds
- Assess clients for hospitalization need, if appropriate, place on 72-hour hold
- Order restraints and seclusions, if needed
- Provide psychiatric consultation services to patients housed elsewhere in the hospital
- Formulate appropriate differential diagnoses based on history and physical exam
- Perform face-to-face assessments of clients in restraints or seclusion
- Medication management of both medical issues and psychiatric emergencies
- Perform physician exams on clients prior to transfer to other hospitals
- Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests, as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- Previous experience in Psychiatric care
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies or Nursing from an accredited program
- Possession of a valid license to practice as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in Minnesota
- If NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Certification
Hennepin Healthcare benefit offerings (0.50 FTE or greater) include: several medical insurance plans to select from, dental insurance, generous 401(a) company contribution and paid time off, annual Business Expense Account dollars, time off for Continuing Medical Education, and more. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness. It is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others. As the practice of medicine can be as intense and stressful as it is rewarding, we are committed to supporting and promoting your well-being.
We are one of the few organizations in the Twin Cities with an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the growth and support of APPs. The APP Center leadership members work together to promote and advocate for the 300+ APPs at the organization. In addition to offering professional development, free ME opportunities, and ongoing communication to all APPs, the APP Center includes a lounge exclusive to APPs with a work room, conference room and snack/beverage area.
You’ve made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients’ lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.80 (64 hours per pay period)