Mental Health/Psychiatric Physician Assistant

Overview Sub-Acute, Long‑Term Care is a sector of healthcare exploding with potential and work‑life balance flexibility (no on‑call or weekends). We are seeking a full‑time (40 hours per week) Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider for a float position among centers in Albuquerque, NM, that can be filled by a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Prior APP experience in a psychiatric/mental health role is required. Base salary range $120,000 – $130,000 plus a no‑cap incentive compensation bonus program. AlignMed Partners is a national medical group dedicated to improving health outcomes among residents of skilled nursing and senior living facilities. Our physicians, NPs and PAs are supported by a clinical leadership team with a decades‑long track record of excellence in post‑acute and long‑term care. AlignMed embraces pillars of quality of life, patient outcomes, and provider support. Responsibilities Reports directly to the Area Clinical Practice Manager and/or Director of Clinical Practice. Collaborates on‑site with the Center Leadership Team for center‑specific goals and priorities. Collaborates with the Medical Director and/or Attending Physician for patient‑specific medical care. Provides mental health primary and urgent care services to nursing center residents in collaboration with other medical providers. Conducts psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine mental health needs and performs ongoing medication management follow‑up appointments. Performs psychotherapy for the treatment of mental health conditions. Develops and implements treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary care planning processes. Prescribes and manages appropriate medications for mental health conditions. Monitors and evaluates patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary. Completes all necessary documentation regarding patient health care in accordance with established policies, procedures and relevant State and Federal regulatory requirements. Educates patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and self‑care strategies. Follows evidence‑based practice guidelines. Consults with a physician for areas outside the scope of practice. Works with AlignMed leadership team, center, and area market leadership to improve psychiatric quality measures. Demonstrates continued professional competence by attending continuing education programs, maintaining certification, and applying standardized care guidelines. Supports development of nursing staff in collaboration with the Center Nursing Executive, serving as a clinical expert and providing targeted clinical education. Participates in center‑based quality initiatives, including preventing hospital transfer and improving residents’ mental health needs. Ensures coding and billing compliance, timely submission of billable charges, and adherence to AlignMed time‑off and on‑call policies. Performs other duties as requested and supports AlignMed clinical initiatives and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing program, licensed as a registered nurse, and certified as a Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s Degree in Nursing; concentration/specialty track in Adult/Geriatrics and/or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Physician Assistant must be a graduate from an ARC‑PA accredited program, have completed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) with PAC designation, hold state licensure and NCCPA certification. Active certification as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Other concentrations/specialty tracks considered based on experience and business needs. Benefits Comprehensive 90‑day training program and continued support. New and recent graduate mentorship and clinical education program. Opportunities for advancement: career ladder, clinical lead, and specializations in wound or palliative care services. Free subscription to UpToDate and Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC). Access to Nabla, an ambient AI assistant for clinical documentation. Yearly average of $13,000 bonus through our no‑cap Incentive Compensation Program (for providers working 40 hours per week). Relocation bonus for eligible candidates based on distance, experience, and priority. Health, Dental, and Vision plans. 100% employer‑paid ArmadaCare Plan providing reimbursement for many out‑of‑pocket medical, wellness, and pharmacy expenses (maximum $8,000 reimbursement for designated expenses). Paid Time Off, 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Bereavement Leave. Continuing Medical Education time off and reimbursement. Reimbursement for licensing renewal costs and 100% paid malpractice insurance. 401(k) plan and company‑paid group life insurance. Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service. Posted Salary Range: USD $120,000.00 – USD $130,000.00 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr AlignMed Partners