Behavioral Health Medical Provider PMHNP, PA-C - California Licensed, Remote

Ascend Healthcare • CA

82d • $165,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model which finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs. Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability. Our work environment fosters collaboration and teamwork, a patient-first mindset, work from home opportunities, and career growth and professional development training.

Requirements

• 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.
• Certification in Psychiatry (PMHNP or Psychiatry CAQ).
• DEA License.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).
• A patient-first mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fully-remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric diagnostic evaluations for general mental health and substance use disorder across all age spectrums.
• Manage psychopharmacological treatment for all psychiatric diagnosed conditions.
• Provide medication-assisted treatment to those with opioid use disorder in active withdrawal or recovery.
• Conduct supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and utilize a trauma-informed approach.
• Demonstrate proficiency in care coordination between psychiatric, substance use treatment, and medical integration.
• Direct support for scheduled and walk-in patients.
• Complete validated rating scales documentation and treatment plans to assist in determining level of care.
• Coordinate care for patients including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing, and other social determinants.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including PCPs, Pediatricians, OB/GYN, counseling, peer support staff, and care coordinators.

Benefits

• Monthly Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• Clinician Owned and Operated
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees