Physician Assistant - Psychiatry

Permanent | Psychiatric PA | Hartsville, South Carolina

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA) for a full-time permanent opportunity with a community-based behavioral health program in South Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to provide integrated psychiatric care within a collaborative healthcare environment focused on underserved patient populations.

Position Details:

• Job Type: Permanent
• Specialty: Psychiatry / Behavioral Health
• Provider Type: PMHNP or Psychiatric PA
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
• Setting: Outpatient Behavioral Health / Integrated Care
• Location: South Carolina
• Coverage Area: Multiple clinic locations, including Hartsville, SC two days per week

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations
• Diagnose and manage behavioral health conditions including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other psychiatric conditions
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with primary care providers and behavioral health staff
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
• Provide crisis intervention and supportive psychotherapy as appropriate
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, case managers, and community resources
• Complete timely EMR documentation and maintain accurate patient records
• Participate in quality improvement and Patient Centered Medical Home initiatives

Requirements:

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited NP or PA program
• Active South Carolina APRN or PA license required
• National certification required
• PMHNP-BC preferred for Nurse Practitioners
• CAQ in Psychiatry preferred for Physician Assistants
• Minimum of 2 years of psychiatric experience strongly preferred
• BLS certification required
• Strong collaboration and communication skills required

Practice Environment:

• Collaborative multidisciplinary behavioral health team
• Integrated care model with psychiatry, therapy, and case management support
• Community-focused healthcare setting
• Opportunity to work with underserved patient populations
• Patient-centered care environment with strong clinical support

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Employer-sponsored medical insurance options available
• Dental and vision insurance available through group plans
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings plans including 401(k), Roth 401(k), and 457 options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with gym membership incentives and wellness bonuses
• CME allowance of $3,500 annually plus 40 hours of CME time
• Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holiday package
• Discounts on dental and chiropractic services for eligible employees covered under the health plan