Licensed or Pre-licensed Mental Health Therapist (PA)

Alpine Psychiatry is a team of nurse practitioners and therapists treating individuals both in person and virtually throughout PA and NJ. This position is fully remote.

Required Qualifications:

• LPC, LCSW, LMFT or license eligible (in PA)
• Masters Degree in Counseling, Social work, or related field
• 1-2 years experience in providing mental health therapy experience and comfortability with virtual/telehealth services
• Ability to work evenings
• Experience with Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAP) and/or Spravato Integration is a plus.

Position Overview:

This role involves providing individual, couples, or family therapy to clients with a range of psychiatric conditions. The ideal candidate is skilled in evidence-based treatment, comfortable with an insurance-based model, and values working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

While clinical care forms the core of their duties, a significant number of administrative tasks are also integral to the therapist role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide ongoing therapy services to a diverse client population using evidence-based modalities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with insurance and legal standards.
• Collaborate with psychiatric prescribers, case managers, and administrative staff to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in case consultations, staff meetings, and clinical supervision (if applicable).
• Submit billing documentation that meets the standards of insurance payers.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and state licensing regulations.

1*. Documentation and record-keeping*

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records: This includes assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, progress notes and follow-up documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards: Adhering to HIPAA, state licensing board regulations, and relevant ethical codes and standards is essential.
• Utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems: Documenting patient interactions, reviewing charts, and navigating EHR systems independently is required.
• Completing necessary forms: With the assistance of the admin staff - Handling tasks such as discharging, FMLA paperwork, and disability claims require accurate and timely documentation.
• Submitting accurate billing information: Ensuring services are properly coded and billed in accordance with regulations is crucial for financial operations.

2. Collaboration and coordination

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams: Working effectively with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, primary care providers, and other professionals is essential.
• Coordinating patient care: This can involve working with admin staff to coordinate client care, letter drafting and managing caseloads.
• Referring patients to other specialists or resources: Facilitating access to additional services like psychiatry, support groups, or inpatient care when appropriate.
• Communicating with patients and families: Educating individuals about mental health conditions, treatment plans, and resources, while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Responding timely to all admin staff & patient requests through spruce, email and text.

3. Scheduling and appointment management

• Scheduling and rescheduling patient follow up appointments: Managing the therapist's calendar and ensuring smooth transitions between patients.
• Confirming appointments and providing necessary patient information: Ensuring patients are prepared for their follow up sessions.
• Managing patient feedback and inquiries: Promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.

4. Professional development and compliance

• Maintaining credentials and licensure: Staying up-to-date with all necessary certifications and licenses with the help of credentialing staff. Responding timely to credentialing staff requests.
• Participating in professional development activities: Attending training, workshops, and continuing education programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Adhering to ethical codes and standards of practice: Maintaining professional boundaries, ensuring patient safety, and upholding the integrity of the profession.
• Staying informed about healthcare and practice policy changes: Understanding regulations related to insurance coverage, mental health services, and patient privacy rights.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Are you pre-licensed or licensed in the state of PA?
• Are you able to work evening hours? 5pm - 7pm
• Do you have experience with KAP/Spravato Integration?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Devon, PA 19333