Behavioral Health Full-Time NP/PA

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

2d • $59 - $89

About The Position

Atrium Health is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider specializing in behavioral health to join its Street Psychiatry team through the Wellness Without Walls program in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role expands access to comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health services for people experiencing acute and chronic mental health conditions in the community. The position is open to board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP-BC) and Physician Assistants trained and proficient in psychiatric services.

The provider conducts medical histories, physical examinations, psychiatric evaluations, and ongoing assessments; assesses and diagnoses behavioral health conditions; develops individualized treatment plans; manages psychiatric medications; monitors treatment responses; and coordinates follow-up care. The APP works with psychiatrists, nursing staff, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support integrated care, continuity, and connections to community and healthcare resources.

This full-time position is scheduled Monday through Friday and supports community-based psychiatric services for individuals who may face barriers to traditional healthcare settings. The role is part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment focused on compassionate, patient-centered care and improved health outcomes.

Requirements

• For Nurse Practitioners: graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• For Nurse Practitioners: a Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice.
• For Nurse Practitioners: current North Carolina Nurse Practitioner license.
• For Nurse Practitioners: current PMHNP-BC certification through a nationally recognized certifying body.
• For Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants: current prescriptive privileges and DEA license.
• For Physician Assistants: graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• For Physician Assistants: current North Carolina Physician Assistant license.
• For Physician Assistants: current NCCPA certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic psychiatric conditions.
• Proficiency in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with diverse behavioral health needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, or community-based healthcare.
• For Physician Assistants: current or pending Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and periodic medical histories and physical examinations.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing patient assessments.
• Assess and diagnose acute and chronic behavioral health conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage psychiatric medications and monitor treatment responses.
• Coordinate appropriate follow-up care and support continuity of care.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nursing staff, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Help connect patients with appropriate community and healthcare resources.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s role.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level