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Join a dynamic, physician-led outpatient psychiatry practice dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This full-time position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with no weekend commitments, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. As an Outpatient Psychiatry Physician Assistant (PA), you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive psychiatric services, including patient assessments, medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. Your expertise will help improve the lives of diverse patient populations, including children, geriatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities or trauma histories. Embrace the opportunity to work in a modern clinic setting that values innovation, patient-centered care, and professional growth.
Duties
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for outpatient clients across various age groups, including pediatrics and geriatrics.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating psychopharmacology, psychotherapy (such as psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy), and crisis management strategies.
- Manage medication regimens responsibly while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining accurate medical documentation.
- Provide mental health counseling and psychotherapy to support patients dealing with PTSD, addiction issues, developmental disabilities, or behavioral health concerns.
- Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.
- Utilize telehealth platforms effectively to reach patients remotely while adhering to medical records standards and data collection protocols.
- Assist with intake procedures, post-residency evaluations, and ongoing patient monitoring to support continuous care delivery.
Experience
- Prior experience working in outpatient mental health clinics or hospital settings is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in pediatric psychiatry, geriatrics, or behavioral health populations is desirable.
- Experience with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and crisis management techniques is essential.
- Proven ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities or trauma-related conditions such as PTSD is advantageous.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, psychiatric diagnostic evaluation tools, and electronic health record systems is required.
- Post-residency experience in psychiatry or related fields enhances your candidacy; clinical experience in inpatient or outpatient settings is valued.
- Strong skills in patient assessment, medical documentation, addiction counseling, and working within HIPAA guidelines are critical for success in this role. Join us to make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate mental health services in a vibrant outpatient setting!
Work Location: In person
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