Bilingual Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider, Arizona, Remote

Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We partner with external organizations to deliver services nationwide, including integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling, peer support, and care coordination for seamless patient care. Our “no wrong door” treatment model prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring we find ways to say “yes” to any patient referral.

About the Role

We are seeking a Bilingual Psychiatric PA-C or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide remote psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment via telemedicine to patients of our Community Health Center partners across the United States. As a "say yes" first clinical provider, you will meet patients where they are and guide them on their journey to recovery and stabilization. Providers must hold an active, unrestricted medical license in their state of primary residence and Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric diagnostic evaluations for general mental health and substance use disorder across all age groups.
• Provide psychopharmacological management for all psychiatric diagnoses.
• Obtain or be willing to obtain a DATA Waiver to provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) in active withdrawal or recovery.
• Deliver supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed, harm-reduction, patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate proficiency in care coordination between psychiatric, substance use, and medical services.
• Support scheduled and walk-in patients.
• Complete validated rating scales, documentation, and treatment plans to determine appropriate levels of care.
• Coordinate care for patients, including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing, and other social determinants of health.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including PCPs, pediatricians, OB/GYNs, counselors, peer support staff, and care coordinators.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted medical license in your state of primary residence and the state where medical services are provided.
• 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (required).
• DEA License.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• Patient-first mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
• Work environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.

Benefits

• Monthly Bonus Program.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) + company holidays.
• Yearly continuing education (CEU) stipend.
• Collaborative and remote-first work environment.
• Clinician-owned and operated.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Flexible schedule.
• Professional development assistance.

Pay

$155,000–$165,000 annually (for primary residence in Arizona).

Schedule

Full-time.