Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $95,000 - $180,000 annually DOE

Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Psychiatry & Medication Management

Prosperous Health | Agoura Hills, California

Join a Growing Behavioral Healthcare Platform

Prosperous Health is a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare platform dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health, substance use disorder, and integrated medical services across multiple levels of care.

Our organization is built around a comprehensive continuum of care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment, recovery, and long-term wellness. Through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, telehealth, psychiatric care, and innovative medical programs, Prosperous Health provides coordinated, patient-centered care across California.

Prosperous Health Network

Our behavioral health network currently includes:

Prosperous Health Lake Hughes 104-Bed Inpatient Behavioral Health & Substance Use Disorder Treatment Campus

Prosperous Health San Juan Capistrano Outpatient Behavioral Health Program

Prosperous Health Rancho Palos Verdes Outpatient Behavioral Health Program

Prosperous Health Woodland Hills Outpatient Behavioral Health Program

Prosperous Health Virtual Care Statewide Telehealth Behavioral Health Program

Prosperous Medical

Prosperous Medical serves as the integrated medical and clinical services division of Prosperous Health.

Services include:

Psychiatric Evaluation and Medication Management

Outpatient Mental Health Services

Integrated Medical Care

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Telepsychiatry Services

Outpatient Clinical Services

Care Coordination and Continuity of Care Programs

Innovative Behavioral Health and Medical Treatment Solutions

Together, Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical provide a fully integrated behavioral healthcare platform that supports patients across the continuum of care.

Essential Responsibilities

Psychiatric Assessment & Patient Care

Conduct psychiatric and medical assessments under physician supervision as required

Evaluate patients presenting with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions

Assess symptom severity, treatment response, and clinical stability

Participate in treatment planning and multidisciplinary case review

Monitor patient progress throughout treatment

Medication Management

Assist with psychiatric medication management

Monitor medication effectiveness and side effects

Participate in MAT protocols and stabilization programs

Review medication compliance and treatment response

Collaborate with psychiatrists and PMHNPs regarding medication adjustments and treatment recommendations

Medical Support

Evaluate common medical concerns encountered in behavioral healthcare settings

Perform routine medical follow-up assessments

Assist with medical clearances and ongoing health monitoring

Collaborate with nursing staff regarding patient health concerns

Support continuity of care and discharge planning

Documentation & Compliance

Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

Maintain patient records consistent with organizational and regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, DHCS requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies

Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Current California Physician Assistant License in good standing

Current NCCPA Certification

Current DEA Registration (or ability to obtain)

Current BLS Certification

Ability to successfully pass credentialing, background screening, and drug testing requirements

Preferred Experience

Minimum 2 Years Experience In:

Psychiatry

Behavioral Health

Addiction Medicine

Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Inpatient Behavioral Health

Residential Treatment Programs

Community Mental Health

Integrated Medical and Behavioral Healthcare

Experience With:

Depression

Anxiety Disorders

Bipolar Disorder

PTSD

Psychotic Disorders

Personality Disorders

Substance Use Disorders

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

Preferred Qualifications

Prior psychiatric medication management experience

Experience in residential treatment settings

Experience in addiction medicine

Familiarity with ASAM Criteria

Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles

Experience working within multidisciplinary treatment teams

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Why Join Prosperous Health?

Join one of California's fastest-growing behavioral healthcare organizations

Work within an integrated platform that includes inpatient, outpatient, telehealth, psychiatric, and medical services

Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, therapists, nurses, counselors, and executive leadership

Exposure to innovative treatment modalities including TMS and integrated behavioral healthcare programs

Opportunity for advancement throughout Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical

Leadership development opportunities as the organization expands

Continuing education and professional development support

Mission-driven culture focused on recovery, compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

$95,000 - $180,000 annually DOE

Additional compensation opportunities may include:

Performance Incentives

Leadership Opportunities

Multi-Site Clinical Coverage Opportunities

Telehealth Opportunities

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Support

Professional Development Opportunities

Licensure and Certification Reimbursement Opportunities

Schedule Options

Full-Time

Part-Time

Multi-Site Opportunities Available

Telehealth Opportunities Available Through Prosperous Medical

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prosperous Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Today

Join Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical as we build one of California's leading behavioral healthcare platforms.

Qualified candidates should submit:

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

California PA License Information

NCCPA Certification Information

DEA Registration Information

Relevant Clinical Certifications

Cover Letter Highlighting Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, or Medication Management Experience

Help shape the future of behavioral healthcare while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout California.