Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) in Behavioral Health Location: Rutland, located in scenic Vermont •Practice in a comprehensive outpatient psychiatry clinic supporting individuals recovering from mental illness •Facility is a 144-bed regional hospital serving a broad population across western Vermont and nearby areas of New York •Collaborative environment with a large multidisciplinary team across 40+ specialty areas Behavioral Health Services Provided•Psychiatric evaluations and medication management •Individual psychotherapy and counseling •Structured group therapy programs •Family therapy and support group services •Relapse prevention programs •Access to inpatient and outpatient therapeutic services Core Responsibilities•Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including medical and psychosocial history •Diagnose mental health conditions and develop individualized treatment plans •Provide medication management and monitor treatment effectiveness •Deliver psychotherapy and support behavioral health interventions •Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records •Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams •Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives •Build strong therapeutic relationships with patients and families Qualifications•Master's degree in Nursing or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program (approved by the American Medical Association) •Minimum 2 years of experience as an NP or PA in a relevant specialty Licensure & Certifications•NP: Licensed/registered in Vermont and certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (or equivalent)OR •PA: Licensed/registered with the Vermont State Board of Medical Practice and certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants •Unit-specific certifications as required (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC) •Completion of de-escalation and restraint training per departmental guidelines Required Skills & Abilities•Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in behavioral health •Effective written and verbal communication •Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure •Knowledge of group dynamics, human behavior, and quality improvement methods •Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and use of EMR systems •Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and care teams Compensation & Benefits•Competitive compensation package •Retirement plan with employer match (403B) •Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance •Paid malpractice coverage •CME allowance and dedicated time for professional development •Relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, and education loan support