Physician assistant (pa-c) – psychiatry

Location: Remote

Credentials: Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Licensure: Active, unrestricted California PA license

An outpatient behavioral health practice is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults through telehealth. The PA will work closely with a supervising physician and multidisciplinary care team to deliver individualized treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other mental health concerns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including clinical histories, mental status examinations, diagnostic evaluations, and risk assessments.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and response to care.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications within the established physician practice agreement.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, laboratory results, and potential drug interactions.
• Provide follow-up visits, patient education, safety planning, and referrals for psychotherapy or additional services.
• Coordinate treatment with the supervising physician, therapists, primary care providers, and other clinicians.
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records and participate in clinical case reviews.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification (PA-C) and an unrestricted California PA license.
• Active DEA registration for California, or the ability to obtain one.
• Current BLS certification.
• Two or more years of experience as a psychiatric PA preferred.
• Psychiatry Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) and telepsychiatry experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to collaborate with a remote care team.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Schedule: Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities available.

Compensation: $165,000 - $200,000 annually for full-time employment, with part-time compensation prorated based on scheduled hours.

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; malpractice coverage; a CME allowance; 401(k); short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; and PTO. A remote-work equipment stipend is also available.