Psychiatric NP / PA (3166)
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide high-quality psychiatric and addiction-focused care within our substance use disorder rehabilitation program. This role is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting patients through recovery using a patient-centered, evidence-based approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and substance use assessments, including mental status examinations and risk evaluations
- Diagnose and treat mental health and substance use disorders using evidence-based practices
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the care team
- Prescribe and manage medications, including psychotropic and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols as appropriate
- Provide supportive therapy, counseling, and patient education related to addiction and recovery
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and support relapse prevention strategies
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, case managers, and recovery staff to deliver integrated care
- Participate in intake evaluations, rounds, care planning meetings, and discharge planning
- Respond to psychiatric crises and provide appropriate intervention and stabilization
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
Work Environment
- Inpatient and/or residential substance use treatment setting
- Fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on recovery and patient engagement
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical and support teams