Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatrist - Contract - McClendon Center

The McClendon Center, founded in 1980, is a certified community-based service provider operating under the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health.  As a leading not-for-profit organization in Washington, DC, the McClendon Center provides outpatient behavioral rehabilitation to the mentally ill by fostering creativity, promoting friendship, instilling independence, and providing an outlet for emotional growth and greater participation in the community.   

McClendon Center operates programs in three locations, a day program near Metro Center, a therapy practice in Dupont Circle, and an outpatient service clinic in the NOMA section of DC. 

McClendon Center is a respected and highly rated agency in the District of Columbia. The Center was the first independent mental health agency in the District to be accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Basic Functions

The Psychiatrist or APRN provides direct medication management services for the Center’s clients, carrying assessment and prescribing authority. Independent judgment is used to make decisions in carrying out assignments. This is for a contract position to provide services part-time. 

Duties & Responsibilities

·        Complies with the medication program by following the Center’s Medication Policy and recommending changes based on best practices, Joint Commission accreditation standards, and District regulations.

·        Prescribes medications (or not) as indicated by a thorough assessment.  Follows best practices and avoids off-label prescribing.

·        Provides input for enhanced client care via weekly clinical team meetings, supervision, and problem solving sessions.

·        Ensures that all clinical documentation is timely, clinically appropriate, and adheres to all regulatory standards.

·        Sees patients when needed as indicated by the prescriber’s ongoing assessment, other staff feedback, and the patient’s feedback (compliance, side effects, etc.).

·        Works with the Medical Director, Director of Nursing and Health Services, Medical Assistant, and Receptionist in a cooperative manner.  Serving the patient is primary.

·        Seeks supervision as needed, especially from senior staff members. 

Specialized Knowledge & Skills Requirements

The Psychiatrist or APRN must be a licensed medical doctor in the District of Columbia.  He/she must have demonstrated experience in being able to be clinically responsible.  He/she must be free of any investigations or sanctions by local and/or federal regulatory agencies.  He/she must be able to navigate an electronic health record.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

The Psychiatrist must be a licensed physician in the District of Columbia, with a specialty in Psychiatry.  The APRN must be licensed as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia, with experience working with individuals with behavioral health conditions.  This position requires effective interpersonal, oral and written communication abilities.  Must be experienced and proficient with computers, Web-based programs, and electronic medical records.

At the McClendon Center you will find powerful resources for career-long success, including:

• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Excellent benefits including 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term

• Disability & Life Insurance.
• Employer Contributions Towards 403(b)
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• AFLAC Supplemental Benefits
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Company Paid Holidays
• Extensive field training
• Opportunity for supervision

Physical Demands: The position requires moderate physical effort on a daily basis such as walking, bending, stooping and standing for periods of time.

If you are ready for a new challenge in your professional career, submit your cover letter and resume online.

Resumes are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Failure to attach a cover letter and/or a resume may disqualify you from further consideration. 

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

McClendon Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, marital status, religion, or disability.

No phone calls, please. Note: McClendon Center is not accepting resumes or referrals from agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if McClendon Center hires the candidate.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.