Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid

Join a team that's transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists, Headlight is more than a company: it's a movement. A movement that exists on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. In order to help people in their time of need and ensure that every person who comes to us has options, we are transparent about our capabilities, treatments, and coverage, we champion innovation, and we leverage our rich data to continuously implement better ways of delivering care. Our mission is simple but powerful: Improving lives, one session at a time.

Our highly skilled and principled clinical team enjoys autonomy and institutional support so they can put their focus where it should be: on improving patient outcomes. Our clinicians want to do more than help individual clients, so they work to affect the system as a whole, elevating standards of care so that their efforts reverberate far beyond what they could do in private practice.

As the most trusted behavioral health partner in the Western U.S., we've established deep relationships that give us unparalleled access, interoperability, and first-priority referrals. This exclusivity, combined with our best-in-class coordinated care and feedback loops, results in superior outcomes and cost savings.

Our services are convenient, accessible, and expert, combining personalized client engagement with advanced technology to enhance, not replace, human connection. Indeed, we hold that human-to-human relationships are indispensable, so from the match to the session to the time between sessions, we provide whole person care so nobody falls through the cracks and there is a brighter path forward for all.

Headlight is looking for PMHNPs with to join our team in Portland. This role is full-time with a hybrid schedule that requires 4 days a week in-office. This role will support our Medication Management team and Interventional Psychiatry team with TMS and Spravato treatments.


Must have OR PMHNP license and be willing to get crossed licensed in CA or currently have a CA PMHNP license.

Our clinicians chose Headlight because...

• Clinician Led Expertise : Headlight was founded and led by clinicians. Our Clinical Leadership team is at the forefront of every decision we make.
• Admin Work on Autopilot: We handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on what you love - seeing clients.
• Innovative Technology: By using Blueprint AI to capture session notes, clinicians can focus less on documentation and more on meaningful client interaction and connection
• Your Supervision Matters : Headlight has partnered with Zivian Health to provide top notch vetted Supervising Physicians and a platform to ensure the highest standards for Clinical support.
• Competitive Benefits: We provide industry-leading benefits, a monthly bonus, 401(k) contributions, and more.
• Clinical Support: Consult with our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinician.
• Clinical Autonomy: You have the autonomy to make decisions about patient care and treatment while having the backing and guidance of our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists for case consultations.
• Collaborative Teams: Be a part of a collaborative team environment and a supportive community. Our clinicians are separated into small teams of 10 to 12, with a licensed clinical lead for assistance. You're never alone in your journey.

Our Pillars

• Make things easier.
• Forge genuine connections.
• Elevate the standard.

Headlight by the numbers

• Access : The typical wait time to see a W2 Clinician is 4 weeks, Headlight significantly reduces this to an average of 8.9 days to see a W2 Clinician, with 80% of clients being seen within two weeks.
• Retention and Therapeutic Relationships : Industry data indicates approximately 70% of clients return for a second therapy session. Headlight boasts a 92% return rate, reflecting Headlights ability to match clients to the right clinician.
• Continuity of care : Of Clients who attend at least four sessions, only 36% continue with the same clinician in the broader industry. Headlight surpasses this with a 94% continuity rate.
• Client Engagement and Attendance : Industry average for clients attending their first scheduled appointment is 65%. Headlight improves upon this with an 81% attendance rate, indicating effective initial engagement strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders
• Work a hybrid model, Minimum of 3 or 4 days per week in office, depending on location
• Offer individual and group therapy to patients
• Prescribe and monitor medications when necessary
• Maintain detailed records of patient visits and progress
• Assist in the development of individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient continuity of care
• Educate patients and families about mental health and emotional disorders
• Participate in community outreach and education

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of 12 months of experience post licensure in a psychiatric clinical setting

• Master's degree in Nursing, with a specialty in Psychiatric Nursing
• Board Certification via ANCC or AANP
• Valid state licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (based on clinic location)
• Active DEA in the state your prescribing (based on clinic location)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
• Knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
• Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues.

Benefits

• W-2 role with medical, dental and vision effective on the first of the month after employment
• Base Salary and monthly Bonus based on billed hours
• CEU support which includes earned CEU days and CEU reimbursements
• Vacation, Sick, Holiday
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services, resources, and support to help you navigate personal or professional challenges.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities
• Convenient work from home or hybrid options
• Flexible schedule

$180,000 - $238,800 a year

The above compensation represents total compensation. Total compensation is equal to our base salary of $180,000 plus Headlights monthly billed hour bonus.

Here is the breakdown of the base and billed hour bonus.

• Base Salary: $180,000
• Monthly Goal Achievement Bonus (25 hours): $2,000 each month
• Each Additional Hour Over 25 per Month: $150 per hour

Est. Total Yearly Compensation at 25 billed hours- $204,000

Est. Total Yearly Compensation at 27 billed hours- $217,920

Est. Total Yearly Compensation at 30 billed hours- $238,800

If you need any accommodations for your interview please email [email protected] prior to scheduling.

Not meeting all the requirements? Research indicates that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but your previous experience doesn't precisely match every qualification listed, we enthusiastically encourage you to submit your application. You could be the ideal candidate for this role or others!

Headlight is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and seeks to create a working environment reflective of this commitment. We seek to provide a diverse clinician base to support the diversity of our clients. Headlight supports and respects diversity of people, culture, and ideas throughout our organization. Headlight thrives to be a welcoming, diverse and discrimination- and harassment-free workplace.

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