Pediatric Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Remote

About the Role

Ascend Healthcare is seeking a Pediatric Psychiatric PA-C or PMHNP to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to patients via telemedicine. Services are delivered to patients of Community Health Center partners throughout the United States. Providers must have an active, unrestricted medical license in California.

Key Areas of Ownership

• Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder across all age spectrums.
• Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions.
• Provide medication-assisted treatment to those with OUD in active withdrawal or recovery.
• Supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing and proficiency in trauma informed approach, harm reduction modeling and patient-centered treatments.
• Demonstrate proficiency and care coordination between psych, substance use tx and medical integration.
• Direct support for scheduled and walk-in patients.
• Completion of validated rating scales documentation and treatment plans to assist in determining level of care.
• Care coordination for patients including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing and other social determinants otherwise identified.
• Direct involvement with multidisciplinary team including PCP's, Pediatricians, OB/GYN, counseling, peer support staff and care coordinators.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided.
• 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Advance Practice Provider (For NPs: PMHNP Required) (For PA-Cs: CAQ in Psych preferred).
• DEA License.
• Bilingual - English and Spanish (preferred).
• A patient-first mindset.

Physical Requirements

This is a remote position. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity 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.

Perks

• Monthly Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Clinician Owned and Operated

Schedule

• Full-time
• 5, 8-hour shifts or 4, 10-hour shifts

Pay

$165,000-$175,000 with primary residence in CA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance