Physician Associate | Medical Services

Valley Behavioral Health IncorporatedValley Behavioral Health IncorporatedSalt Lake City, Utah, United States
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9/23/2026

Employment

Full time

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Work style

Hybrid

1 days in office

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Core responsibilities

The Physician Associate diagnoses behavioral health and substance use disorders while providing evidence-based treatments within an integrated care team. They are responsible for accurate clinical documentation, billing, and coordinating patient care with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in physician assistant/associate studies and possess a valid PA license and DEA license in the state of practice. While no prior experience is required, 1-2 years of experience is preferred.

Key skills

Behavioral health diagnosisSubstance use disorder treatmentClinical documentationE/M codingPatient assessmentCare planningMultidisciplinary collaborationMentoringTreatment planningMedication prescriptionEvidence-based practiceClinical leadershipElectronic medical recordDischarge planningRegulatory compliance

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Education requirements

postgraduate degree

About Valley Behavioral Health Incorporated

Industry

Mental Health Care

Employees

671

Type

Nonprofit

Size

501-1,000 employees

Valley is the leading behavioral health innovator in the Intermountain West. Using state of the art management techniques and cutting edge technology, Valley is constantly transforming and integrating treatment for the most complex psychiatric, addiction, and developmental challenges our clients face. We are inspired by helping others. Mission Valley is a responsive community partner empowering individuals and families to lead more fulfilling lives by providing appropriate, innovative, outcome-based programs, tools, services, and resources across the continuum of health and social needs. Vision & Values We are inspired by helping those we serve live more fulfilling lives, one person at a time. Empathy & Compassion Team Focus Resilience Integrity Excellence FUN!

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Description

Description Impact Lives Through Compassionate Care Join a team that's transforming lives every day! At Valley Behavioral Health, our mission is to empower individuals and families to lead more fulfilling lives through innovative, outcome-based care. As a Physician Associate, you'll play a vital role in helping those facing mental health and substance use challenges while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Pay: Range starts at $94,244.88 annually (pay is calculated based on years of licensed working experience) Schedule: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Monday - Friday (flexibility to switch to 4/10 schedule once quality metrics and productivity expectations are met) | Hybrid role with a requirement of up to 4 in-person program visits per month Benefits Highlights Compensation Our compensation program includes tenure-based service increases and performance bonuses that recognize and reward high-performing team members. On-Demand Pay gives you access to a portion of your earned wages before your scheduled payday. Time Off We offer 15 days of accrued paid time off annually (increasing by one day with each year of service), 10 paid holidays, 2 wellness days, and paid parental leave. Health & Insurance Benefits Full-time and part-time team members working 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as voluntary options including accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, financial protection, and pet insurance. Valley also provides Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to eligible team members. Health Savings & Reimbursement Out-of-pocket medical expenses may be eligible for reimbursement through our Garner HRA — up to $2,000 for individuals and $4,000 for families. Depending on your medical plan selection, you may also contribute pre-tax dollars to a Health Savings Account (HSA), with a company match of up to $900 for individuals and $1,800 for families. Retirement Our 401(k) plan accepts both pre-tax and Roth (post-tax) contributions and includes a company match of up to 6% of your annual salary. Professional Development We invest in our team members' growth through tuition reimbursement, new licensure reimbursement, paid training and conference attendance, continuing education reimbursement, and paid time for continuing education. Why Valley? Since 1984, Valley Behavioral Health has helped thousands of adults, children, and families access high-quality behavioral health care. As the largest non-profit community behavioral health provider in the Intermountain Region, Valley offers a comprehensive range of services to ensure each individual receives the personalized care they need to heal and grow. You will belong to a community where you can be yourself, grow your career, and embrace new opportunities. Valley is committed to being an organization that promotes authenticity and encourages opportunities for success. Job Summary The Physician Associate (PA) diagnoses behavioral health and substance use disorders and other medical conditions and provides evidence-based treatments for those disorders. The PA works on an integrated care team and practices within a clinical focus. The PA delivers services in a professional manner in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, professional society recommendations and standards, and Valley policies and procedures. Essential Functions Diagnoses medical disorders including behavioral health and substance use disorders in accordance with existing Current Procedural Technology (CPT) definitions Prescribes evidence-based treatments for diagnosed disorders Bills for rendered services in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with existing billing laws and rules, coding for Evaluation and Management (E/M) services, payor requirements, and agency policies and procedures Documents non-billable but important clinical events in the electronic medical record in a timely manner that demonstrates an awareness and coordination of patient needs with the clinical treatment team at large Provides professional leadership, mentoring, and general guidance for other treatment team members Meets required productivity and other organizational performance expectations Translates technical language to patients, families, treatment team members, and community partners to ensure that what is communicated is understood Provides services at assigned programs Follows agency documentation policies for all phases of treatment, including assessments, care plans, treatment transitions and discharge plans, and client care Collaborates with internal and external multidisciplinary teams regarding clinical aspects of treatment Adheres to ethical and legal standards set by licensing boards and state regulations Participates in ongoing professional development activities to meet licensure, certification, and/or other agency requirements Requirements Education Master’s degree in physician assistant/associate studies Experience None - see preferred experience Licenses/Certificates PA license in state of practice DEA license to prescribe medication and controlled substances in state of practice Waiver to prescribe buprenorphine if applicable Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years of previous PA experience

Requirements

  • Behavioral health diagnosis
  • Substance use disorder treatment
  • Clinical documentation
  • E/M coding
  • Patient assessment
  • Care planning
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Mentoring
  • Treatment planning
  • Medication prescription
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Clinical leadership
  • Electronic medical record
  • Discharge planning
  • Regulatory compliance

Benefits

  • Performance bonuses
  • On-demand pay
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Wellness days
  • Paid parental leave
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Health savings account
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Continuing education reimbursement

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