What are the responsibilities and job description for the Iowa Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Physician Assistant – Virtual Behavioral Health position at First Call Medical Services?
About Us
First Call Behavioral Health is a leading provider of virtual psychiatric care, integrating evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach to mental health treatment. We specialize in Mood Disorders, ADHD, and other psychiatric conditions for patients aged 7 to 90 years old. Our collaborative team of psychiatric professionals and behavioral health specialists is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
Position Overview
We are seeking experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) and Physician Assistants with psychiatric experience to join our growing virtual practice. In this role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health disorders, and manage medications for patients in a telehealth setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnose mental health conditions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
- Provide ongoing patient education and support
- Collaborate with behavioral health specialists and other healthcare providers within our integrated care model
- Maintain thorough and timely documentation of patient encounters
- Ensure compliance with state and federal telehealth regulations
Qualifications
- Active Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) license
- Minimum of 2 years of psychiatric experience
- Proficiency in medication management and psychiatric diagnosis
- Experience providing telehealth psychiatric care preferred
- Strong communication and patient engagement skills
- Licensure in multiple states is a plus but not required
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling (part-time and full-time options)
- Competitive compensation
- Support for additional state licensure
- Access to an integrated team of behavioral health specialists
- Work-from-home convenience
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality psychiatric care in a virtual setting, we’d love to hear from you!
To Apply: Submit your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in psychiatric care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA License (Required)
- an active license in NP or PA license in state of Iowa (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $50 - $60
