Mental Health Director - Remote

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

If you are located in NYC, you will have the flexibility to work hybrid as you take on some tough challenges. 
Must be able to be in the office 3 days a week - 156 William Street; NY, NY 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide mental health care services
• Examine and diagnose patients with mental health conditions
• Counsel and educate patients and families about conditions
• Formulate treatment plans using evidence based therapies and pharmacotherapy if indicated
• Coordination of care with specialists and other ancillary services
• Completes all clinical documentation in a timely manner
• Participate in and opine on cases presented in multi-disciplinary case rounds
• Provide subject matter expertise and input for mental health policy development in support of WTC Health Program
• Lead the provision of mental health services in clinic and via Telehealth
• Perform all duties and functions in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations
• Demonstrate ability to maintain productive working relationships with team members, other internal and external customers, and management team
• Leans and maintains an in-depth knowledge of all facets of WTC Health Program, including the Zadroga Act, policies and procedures, codebooks and processes, as well as Optum processes, policies, and procedures. Ensures compliance with government regulation, business policies, and Program standards

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practioner
• Active and unrestricted NYS license
• 5 years clinical experience
• 2 years leadership experience
• Experience using online references and accessing professional (clinical and regulatory) internet sites
• Computer and typing proficiency, including MS office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Proven ability to prescribe and provide care without supervision
• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in the office 3 days a week - 156 William St. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in coverage determinations (prior authorizations)
• Experience in workforce modeling
• Managed care background
• Demonstrates proficiency in utilization of Electronic Health Record (EHR)

*All employees working hybrid will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s hybrid Policy 

The salary range for this role is $89,800 to $176,700 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.    

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.   

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 

Salary : $89,800 - $176,700