Psychiatric Mental Health Physician Assistant

Genesis Healthcare System•University Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Mental Health Physician Assistant (PMH-PA) provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to individuals across the lifespan (as applicable to program scope). Working under the supervision of a licensed psychiatrist, the PMH-PA delivers evidence-based, trauma-informed mental health care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support recovery, safety, and continuity of care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the State of Ohio
NCCPA certification (PA-C)
Ability to obtain prescriptive authority and DEA registration
Eligible for credentialing and privileging per organizational policy
Current CPR certification is required.
Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification required within first 6 months of employment
Ability to communicate well in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others.
Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and apply clinical knowledge.
Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan.
Commitment to providing care to patients across the lifespan.
Dedicated to providing care to patients with mental illness and substance use disorders.
Demonstrated competence in age-specific patient care.

Nice To Haves

Experience in psychiatric/mental health settings preferred (inpatient, outpatient, crisis, or emergency)

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric assessments, including history, mental status exams, and risk assessments
Diagnose psychiatric disorders in accordance with DSM-5-TR criteria
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications within scope of practice and supervisory agreement
Monitor therapeutic response, side effects, and medication adherence
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment recommendations
Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nursing, social work, therapy, case management, and other disciplines
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case conferences, and care planning
Coordinate care transitions, including admissions, discharges, and referrals to community-based services
Communicate effectively with internal teams, outpatient providers, and external agencies
Complete timely, accurate, and legally compliant documentation in the electronic health record
Adhere to organizational policies, regulatory standards (e.g., Ohio Administrative Code), and accreditation requirements (CARF and ACHC, as applicable)
Maintain compliance with supervision, prescribing, and credentialing requirements
Practice according to evidence-based guidelines and best practices in psychiatric care
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance monitoring
Support a culture of safety, ethical practice, and patient dignity
Demonstrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented care
Provide on-call coverage as required by program needs
Participate in staff education and consultation as appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned to support Behavioral Health Services