Physician Assistant

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists Inc•Corona, CA

12d•$140,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Rehab Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner conducts psychiatric and detoxification evaluations, provides dual-diagnosis care, and prescribes medication for patients with mental health diagnoses. The role includes providing and prescribing detoxification protocols based on substance use, attending weekly clinical team meetings, developing integrated healthcare treatment plans, and managing patient care through appropriate evaluation and follow-up. For the first six months, the position is a temporary PA role at a rehabilitation facility. After that period, it transitions to a regular PA role at a patient psychiatric clinic.

Requirements

Hold a current, valid California license to practice and an NPI.
Have full prescription authority and maintain current DEA licensure.
Be willing to complete training to comply with prescribing regulations.
Have experience in detox, residential, and PHIOP levels of care.
Have prior experience in addiction medicine.
Hold current BLS and ALC certifications.
Have a current Mantoux skin test completed within the past year.
Provide a COVID-19 attestation or proof of complete vaccination.
Be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.
Work effectively with a diverse group of clients, staff, and community members.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with detox protocols and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is preferred.
At least two years of experience in a behavioral health and/or chemical dependency setting, or demonstrated equivalent experience, is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and provide ongoing medication management and therapy for new and existing patients.
Establish appropriate continuous-improvement protocols for mental health and addiction services and monitor compliance with quality-assurance standards for mental health and substance use in inpatient and outpatient care.
Renew and refill medication to the best of their ability to avoid lapses in treatment.
Educate patients about disease processes and preventative practices for managing acute and chronic conditions.
Maintain transparent communication and work closely with the treatment center, its clinical team, and the PNS team.
Conduct psychiatric and detoxification evaluations, provide dual-diagnosis care, and prescribe mental-health and detoxification medications or protocols.
Develop integrated healthcare treatment plans and provide patient-care management, evaluation, and follow-up.
Attend clinical team meetings once per week.