Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

We are a private practice located in Moon township. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to our community.

Position Summary

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, psychotropic medication management, and ongoing clinical care. This role works collaboratively with a team of therapists, psychiatrists, and primary care providers to deliver person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations.
• Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychotropic medications in accordance with state scope of practice.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic psychiatric conditions and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Collaborate with in-house therapists and external providers on treatment plans.
• Respond to clinical crisis situations with sound professional judgment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health.
• Licensure: Active Nurse Practitioner license, Physician Assistant
• Credentials: Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience: clinical experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings preferred.

What We Offer

• Professional development support.
• Flexible scheduling options for work-life balance.