Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Fresno, CA

Physician Assistant | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: Fresno, CA
Employer: WhiteCoat Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Psychiatric-Mental Health Physician Assistant - PACE / Geriatric Psychiatry

Position Overview


Seeking a Psychiatric-Mental Health Physician Assistant (PA) with a psychiatric and mental health background to provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral healthcare services to vulnerable seniors through a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).


This full-time, hybrid position focuses on delivering holistic, patient-centered mental healthcare to older adults while supporting their ability to remain independent and continue living in their homes and communities.


Under the direction of the Medical Director, the provider will collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to conduct psychiatric assessments, evaluate mental health conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, and coordinate ongoing behavioral healthcare services.


The role includes both in-person and telehealth psychiatric assessments, consultation with physicians, and coordination of care across community-based and long-term care settings.

Assignment Details

• Location: Fresno, California
• Provider Type: Physician Assistant (PA)
• Specialty: Psychiatric-Mental Health / Geriatric Psychiatry
• Practice Setting: Community-Based Healthcare / PACE Program
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Patient Population: Frail and Elderly Adults
• Care Model: Value-Based / Interdisciplinary Behavioral Healthcare
• Reports To: Medical Director

Schedule

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• In-Person Coverage: As Required for Patient Assessments and Clinical Responsibilities
• Telehealth: Psychiatric Assessments and Consultations
• Nursing Home Visits: Based on Patient Needs and Established Care Standards
• Care Coordination: Participation in 24-Hour Care Delivery Planning

Patient Population

• Older Adult and Geriatric Patients
• Frail and Elderly Individuals
• Seniors With Psychiatric and Behavioral Health Conditions
• Patients With Complex Medical and Mental Health Needs
• Individuals Requiring Psychiatric Evaluation and Treatment
• Nursing Home Residents
• Patients Transitioning From Acute or Long-Term Care Settings
• Seniors Receiving Community-Based Medical and Behavioral Healthcare

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide Psychiatric Consultation and Mental Health Services to Program Participants
• Evaluate Psychiatric Illnesses and Behavioral Health Conditions
• Provide Psychiatric Counseling and Treatment
• Perform Comprehensive In-Person and Telehealth Psychiatric Assessments in Collaboration With Physicians
• Collaborate With the Interdisciplinary Team to Develop Individualized Patient Care Plans
• Coordinate Psychiatric and Behavioral Healthcare Services
• Collaborate With Physicians on Psychiatric Treatment Decisions
• Coordinate Discharge Planning From Acute and Long-Term Care Settings
• Refer Patients to Psychiatrists When Clinically Indicated
• Oversee Patient Care in Nursing Homes in Collaboration With Physicians
• Conduct Nursing Home Visits Based on Patient Needs and Established Standards
• Provide Psychiatric Consultation and Clinical Guidance to Interdisciplinary Team Members
• Communicate Changes in Patient Conditions to the Healthcare Team
• Participate in Collaborative Care Planning and Treatment Decisions
• Assist in Coordinating 24-Hour Patient Care Delivery
• Promote Continuity of Psychiatric and Medical Care Across Healthcare Settings

Required Clinical Skills

• Psychiatric-Mental Health Assessment
• Psychiatric Illness Evaluation
• Behavioral Health Treatment
• Psychiatric Counseling
• Geriatric Mental Healthcare
• Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessments
• Telepsychiatry
• Individualized Treatment Planning
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
• Psychiatric Consultation
• Care Coordination
• Discharge Planning
• Psychiatric Referral Coordination
• Nursing Home Patient Management
• Community-Based Behavioral Healthcare
• Complex Geriatric Patient Management

Clinical Practice Details

• Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
• Community-Based Psychiatric and Mental Healthcare
• Value-Based Healthcare Model
• Interdisciplinary Team Approach
• In-Person and Telehealth Psychiatric Assessments
• Psychiatric Consultation and Treatment
• Geriatric Behavioral Healthcare
• Nursing Home Patient Care Oversight
• Physician Collaboration
• Psychiatrist Referrals as Clinically Indicated
• Acute and Long-Term Care Discharge Coordination
• 24-Hour Care Delivery Coordination

Clinical Environment / Support

• Medical Director Oversight
• PACE Physicians
• Community-Based Physicians
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team
• Psychiatric Specialist Consultation
• Nursing Home Care Coordination
• Community-Based Senior Care Services
• Coordinated Medical and Behavioral Healthcare
• Collaborative Patient Care Planning

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies With a Psychiatric/Mental Health Emphasis From an Accredited Institution - Required
• Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Required
• Active, Unrestricted State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License - Required
• State Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Certification - Required
• DEA Registration - Required
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) - Required
• At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience Working With Frail or Elderly Populations - Required
• At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Psychiatric-Mental Health Care - Required
• Experience Performing Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessments
• Knowledge of Psychiatric Illness Evaluation and Treatment
• Ability to Provide In-Person and Telehealth Psychiatric Services
• Ability to Collaborate With Physicians and Interdisciplinary Healthcare Teams
• Experience Developing Individualized Behavioral Healthcare Plans
• Ability to Coordinate Psychiatric Referrals and Discharge Planning
• Ability to Provide Care in Nursing Home Settings
• CPR Certification Within 180 Days of Hire - Required
• First Aid Certification Within 180 Days of Hire - Required
• CPR and First Aid Certification at Hire - Preferred
• Ability to Maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications
• Strong Communication, Collaboration, and Patient-Centered Care Skills

Credentialing Requirements

• Accredited Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing or Physician Assistant Education
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Certification
• Active, Unrestricted State Professional License
• State CDS Certification
• DEA Registration
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience With Frail or Elderly Populations
• Minimum 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Psychiatric-Mental Health Care
• CPR and First Aid Certification Within 180 Days of Hire

Vaccination Requirements

• Proof of Vaccination or a Completed Vaccine Declination Form Required Before Employment
• Compliance With Applicable Infection Control and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standards
• Compliance With Employee Vaccination Policies

Equal Employment Opportunity


The employer is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.