Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric, CA, Remote

Ascend Healthcare

$165K — $175K *
US-AnywhereRemote in California, US
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted medical license in California
  • 2+ years as a psychiatric advance practice provider (PMHNP required, CAQ in Psych for PA-Cs preferred)
  • DEA license
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
  • Patient-first mindset

Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations for mental health and substance use disorders across all ages
  • Manage psychopharmacological treatment for diagnosed conditions
  • Provide medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder
  • Offer supportive psychotherapy and motivational interviewing, emphasizing a trauma-informed and patient-centered approach
  • Coordinate care among psychiatric, substance use treatment, and medical services
  • Support both scheduled and walk-in patients effectively
  • Complete validated rating scales and treatment plans to assess care levels

Benefits

  • Monthly bonus program
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD benefits
  • Paid time off plus company holidays
  • Yearly CEU stipend
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Clinician-owned and operated setting
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Professional development assistance
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

We are looking for a Pediatric Psychiatric PA-C or PMHNP to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to our patients. Services will be provided through telemedicine to patients of our Community Health Center partners throughout the United States. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.

*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


Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 5, 8 hours or 4, 10 shifts

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

Monthly Bonus Program

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

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