Psychiatric Physician Assistant

Wellpath • Yulee, FL

12h

About The Position

The Psychiatric Physician Assistant provides a full range of psychiatric services to incarcerated patients in accordance with state scope of practice and supervisory protocols. The role delivers direct psychiatric care and clinical consultation to mental health and healthcare staff, following established policies, procedures, and state guidelines. Clinical consultation and supervision are obtained as required by jurisdictional supervisory practice requirements.

This position is available only to individuals who reside in the United States.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in physician assistant studies from an accredited university.
• At least two years of experience providing psychiatric services.
• Unrestricted current PA license in the state of practice.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration, unless the Chief Psychiatric Officer determines it is optional.
• Current BLS certification.
• Must reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Corrections experience in the PPA role.
• Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry from NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations, treatment, and follow-up care while exercising independent medical judgment within professional standards.
• Monitor and manage psychotropic medications, including their effectiveness, side effects, and required psychiatric follow-up.
• Collaborate with mental health, medical, and administrative teams to ensure consistent psychiatric and mental health services.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation and participate in meetings, consultations, and on-call coverage as needed.
• Support crisis intervention, referrals, transfers, and emergency or involuntary treatment processes in accordance with scope of practice and guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• DailyPay, allowing employees to receive earned pay as they earn it.
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time