Physician Assistant (CAQ-Psy)

Communities Served

You will be assigned to a facility or facilities in your local community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for LTC residents
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with Medicare and LTC best practices
• Implement and document Medicare-compliant gradual dose reduction (GDR) strategies
• Monitor and treat chronic mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and dementia-related behavioral disturbances
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—nursing, medical providers, social services, rehabilitation, and facility leadership
• Complete accurate documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes using the electronic medical record (EMR) system
• Participate in care plan discussions, facility meetings, and case collaborations as needed

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of Iowa (through the Iowa Board of Medicine)
• Completion of required supervised practice period in accordance with Iowa law (or equivalent experience)
• Valid/Current DEA registration
• Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• Prior experience in psychiatry

Benefits

• APA-accredited CEUs at no cost
• Annual stipend for continuing education units
• Ongoing clinical support, mentorship, and consultation
• Geriatric-specific psychiatric training and specialty resources
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, no evenings, weekends, or on-call, autonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseload
• Professional Growth: Access to geriatric-specific psychiatric training and specialty resources

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation model
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

About Deer Oaks

Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, Deer Oaks serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.