Physician Assistant, Psychiatry

Full Job Description

About Us:

Prizm Behavioral Services was founded by Dr. Asmat Jafry, MD in August 2008 with a strategic vision to provide excellent patient-centered care. With a progressive group of dedicated professionals, we have now grown into a facility offering comprehensive psychiatric care in and around the Naperville area.

Job SummaryWe are seeking a compassionate and skilled physician assistant join our behavioral health team. The successful candidate will work in an outpatient clinic setting and with patients participating in Linden Oaks’ PHP and IOP programs. The PA will collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care to individuals experiencing a range of psychiatric conditions..

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care, including assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up for patients with psychiatric disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Monitor and document patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory standards and clinic policies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay current with best practices in psychiatric care.

Qualifications:

• Current Physician Assistant license in the state of Illinois.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Experience in psychiatry or behavioral health is prefered but new grads will be considered.
• Strong clinical skills in psychiatric assessment and treatment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards in all aspects of practice.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Hours
• Paid Holidays (after 1 year)
• Rounding privileges at Linden Oaks Hospital

Facility: Outpatient Clinic & Linden Oaks Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday / Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Naperville, IL 60563 (Required)

Work Setting: OutpatientClinic and Inpatient Hospital at Linden Oaks Hospital

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• PA-C (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Naperville, IL 60540 (Required)

Work Location: In person