We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide PRN coverage in a behavioral health setting. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to work in both clinic and inpatient environments, assisting with call rotations and vacation coverage.

Schedule and Coverage Details:

• PRN Availability: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (includes a one-hour unpaid lunch).
• Call Rotation: 1:4, with potential weekend and holiday call requirements.
• Coverage Duration: May include one-week blocks for vacation or specific date coverage.

Practice Setting:

• Environment: Inpatient Behavioral Health and Hospital Consults.
• Average Patients per Day: 10–15.
• Patient Demographics: Ages 8+ (adolescent through geriatric).
• Bed Count: 28 adult beds, 8 adolescent beds.

Responsibilities:

• Perform admission histories and psychiatric assessments.
• Conduct physical examinations and patient rounds.
• Diagnose and manage psychiatric conditions, including mood, anxiety, psychotic, and substance-related disorders.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Prescribe medications and manage ongoing care in consultation with a psychiatrist.
• Coordinate care, provide addiction education, and manage referrals.
• Handle administrative duties as required.

Additional Details:

• Autonomy: PA will work independently, with a supervising psychiatrist available either in person or via telehealth.
• EMR System: Cerner.
• Credentialing Timeframe: 30–90 days.

Requirements:

• Board Certification – Required.
• Current IA license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) – Required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience – No new graduates accepted.

Disorders Treated:

• Mood Disorders
• Psychotic Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Substance-Related Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Delirium, Dementia, and Cognitive Disorders
• Life Cycle and Adjustment Disorders
• Childhood Disorders persisting into adolescence/adulthood
• Somatoform and Factitious Disorders

Compensation Rates (Required for Submission):

• Hourly
• Holiday
• Overtime
• Holiday Overtime
• Call Coverage (weeknight, weekend, and holiday rates)
• Call Back (weekday, weekend, and holiday rates)
• Conversion Fee (with cap)

Important Note:
Applicants must have completed board certification and hold a valid IA license or IMLC eligibility. This role requires demonstrated experience in a behavioral health setting.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV and required rate information for consideration.