Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent in Reading, PA

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Location: Reading, PA
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a compassionate, pediatric-trained Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our dedicated behavioral health team in Reading, PA. This full-time opportunity offers a balanced 4-day work week—three days from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and one extended day from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM—providing both work-life balance and continuity of care for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and ongoing medication management for children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, pediatricians, and support staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Engage in care coordination with families, schools, and other healthcare providers when appropriate.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary of $165,000 – $180,000, based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Malpractice insurance (with tail coverage).
• CME allowance and paid CME time.
• Coverage of all professional association dues and licensing fees.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment.

Requirements:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania Nurse Practitioner license.
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with pediatric experience or certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in child/adolescent psychiatry (new grads with strong pediatric backgrounds may be considered).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

If you’re a pediatric-focused Psych NP seeking a meaningful role with an excellent schedule and strong community support, we encourage you to apply today.