SummitStone Health Partners·Fort Collins, Colorado
Provide direct medical evaluation and treatment for clients in crisis with mental health and substance use disorders within an acute care facility. Responsibilities include rounding on detox units, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage acute and chronic illnesses.
The salary range for this position is SummitStone’s good faith belief and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position at the time of the posting. SummitStone may ultimately offer more or less than the posted range. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including the applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves.
An Acute Care Medical Provider is needed for day shift to help us in our endeavor to build the healthiest community in the nation … one person at a time.
This position will be based at the new and innovative acute care behavioral health facility, which opened in late 2023.
SummitStone has the privilege of partnering closely with Larimer County on this venture.
We provide comprehensive and collaborative care to individuals in crisis with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Responsible for providing direct professional services in the evaluation and treatment of clients in both the inpatient residential and outpatient environment at a community mental health center.
The primary focus of this position will be substance use and physical health as it relates to clients.
The advanced practice provider (PA or NP) will provide professional services in the evaluation and treatment of clients at our acute care facility. The primary focus will be rounding on clients admitted to our crisis and/or detox units.
DEA Certification and waiver to prescribe buprenorphine (or willingness to obtain waiver within 30 days of hire) required.
License to practice medicine in the state of Colorado as a Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record
Spanish language skills. Other language skills also beneficial.
More than two years of experience in treating and servicing persons with substance use and mental health needs preferred
Strong understanding of substance use treatment and knowledge of withdrawal management processes preferred
Strong understanding of substance use treatment and knowledge of withdrawal management processes.
Some positions include driving a company vehicle and require a valid Colorado driver’s license.
SummitStone will take into consideration a combination of an applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. The position posting describes the minimum and preferred qualifications for position and, beyond those, the candidate is responsible for making a compelling case in support of their application.
Longview Campus is the new Acute Care Behavioral Health facility which serves Larimer County residents in need of urgent help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. SummitStone has the privilege of partnering closely with Larimer County on this venture. For more information click HERE.
At SummitStone Health Partners, we strive to foster trust, empower recovery, and inspire hope to strengthen and enrich our Northern Colorado community.
We need your help to make this vision a reality.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self. We actively seek team members with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we honor the whole self—embracing differences in race, ethnicity, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, language, and the many intersections of identity. We invite everyone to be part of our journey and proudly serve as an equal opportunity employer.
Please visit summitstone.org [https://www.summitstone.org/] for more information about who we are.
At SummitStone Health Partners, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Eligibility and pro-rated benefit levels are based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status.
Health & Safety Requirement
All employees are required to receive an annual flu vaccination or have an approved exemption in place and wear a mask during flu season
SummitStone will provide persons with disabilities with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or selection process, please let your recruiter know.
Questions? Please email us at hiring@summitstonehealth.org.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days and/or until a top candidate is identified.
Requires a Master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or as a Physician Assistant with over four years of related experience. Must hold a Colorado medical license, DEA certification, and BLS certification.
Market context
In Colorado, behavioral-health practicum and internship roles often draw steady interest from students preparing for licensure, especially in mental health and substance use treatment settings. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who are already enrolled in a qualifying master’s program, eligible for placement, and ready to learn under licensed supervision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your program’s placement rules and tailor your application to your licensure goals.
