Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant
About The Position
We are a growing dermatology practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care across Oregon and Washington. As we continue expanding specialty services, we are seeking a compassionate and motivated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing team. We are looking for a provider who is passionate about delivering patient-centered care and helping patients improve their overall health and well-being. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, personable, collaborative, and committed to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment.
Requirements
- Active Oregon NP or PA license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
- NCCPA certification for PAs or board certification/certification appropriate to the NP's specialty
- DEA license and prescriptive authority, as applicable to the provider's scope of practice (or ability to obtain)
- Minimum 1 year of behavioral health, psychiatric, or related clinical experience preferred
- Strong behavioral health assessment, therapeutic communication, patient education, and patient-centered care skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with physicians, mental health professionals, and other members of a multidisciplinary care team
- Strong clinical documentation, treatment-planning, communication, and time-management skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing psychological or behavioral health care in an outpatient, hospital, or multidisciplinary clinical setting
- Experience supporting patients coping with cancer diagnoses, chronic illness, grief, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, or treatment-related stress
- Interest in helping develop and grow behavioral health services as part of the new cancer center
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and mental health evaluations.
- Obtain patient histories, assess symptoms, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Diagnose and manage appropriate mental health conditions within the provider's scope of practice.
- Provide medication management when appropriate and within scope and licensure.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and wellness strategies.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Provide compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care.
- Recognize situations requiring referral to a psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, emergency services, or other specialists.
- Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, clinical standards, and organizational policies.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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