Autonomous PMHNP: Geriatric Psychiatry in Facilities

NONPF; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full health benefits

4 weeks PTO

CME days with stipend

License renewal reimbursement

National holidays off

Job summary

Pelorus Elder & Behavioral Health, a boutique geriatric and adult psychiatry practice, seeks clinicians to join our expanding team. We provide psychiatric services across skilled nursing and assisted living facilities with flexible daily schedules and autonomy.

The role covers initial and follow-up consults with light documentation and a telephonic on-call schedule. PMHNP certification and licensure with DEA in PA/NJ/NY are required; strong English communication and EHR proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• PMHNP certification is required in Pennsylvania and ideal in NJ.
• APRN license in NY/NJ/PA with DEA registrations is required/ideal.
• Active and unrestricted licenses for practice are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and follow-up psychiatric consultations in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities.
• Maintain streamlined documentation using one-page templates; minimal administrative tasks.
• No hospital admissions or discharges; no discharge or treatment plan paperwork.
• Participate in a telephone-based on-call schedule (about 1 weeknight per week; <1 weekend/month).
• Work schedule offers autonomy with support from three psychiatrists and colleagues.

Skills

EHR proficiency

English communication

Organization skills

In-person service delivery

Education

PMHNP certification

APRN license with DEA (NY/NJ/PA)

Active/unrestricted licensure

Job description

Pelorus Elder & Behavioral Health is a boutique Geriatric and Adult Psychiatry practice. We have numerous skilled nursing and assisted living facility clients where we provide Psychiatric services.

Company History

Established in 2009, Pelorus is a boutique practice founded by Dr. Matthew Barnas - board certified in Geriatric and Adult Psychiatry. Our team delivers compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care while supporting and mentoring our providers.

We are growing! As we continue to expand and grow in additional states, we are excited to welcome new clinicians. We have several full-time opportunities available and are seeking enthusiastic clinicians to join our outstanding team!

Position description:
These roles are well-suited for PMHNPs with a strong interest or background in psychiatry who are seeking to deepen their expertise in psychopharmacology within a structured, supportive environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for initial and follow-up Psychiatric consults in select assisted living and skilled nursing facilities.

All of our clinicians perform the exact same duties, so together we have refined our processes to be as efficient and pleasant as possible. There are no hospital-based services, no admissions, no discharges, minimal administrative responsibilities beyond the described clinical documentation, and billing submission.

Daily work schedule is flexible, position affords much autonomy/independence – but at the same time, support and assistance is always available to you from our three psychiatrists and colleagues.

Responsibilities include: conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments, diagnose and treat mental health conditions through evidence-based medication management, develop and manage individualized treatment plans, order and interpret laboratory tests as appropriate, participate in GDR and psychotropic medication review meetings, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, facility staff, and families, maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, meet daily productivity and encounter expectations, and respond to facility needs as appropriate.

Compensation: We offer very competitive compensation – FT salary from $120,000 and upward (based on experience/resume), with annual increases, and available productivity bonuses, as well as the option of full health benefits, 401K with employer match, malpractice insurance, CEU reimbursement, paid holidays, PTO, and no nights and weekends.

Direct Contact Information:
To Apply:
Contact The internal recruiting team at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where all employment decisions are made on an individual basis without regard to characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.

We believe that supporting a respectful and inclusive workplace is critical to our success. We are committed to making our application process to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request as required.

• Active and unrestricted APRN license as a PMHNP in state
• National board certification (ANCC or equivalent)
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Psychiatric experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply
• Strong communication
• Basic proficiency with technology, including electronic health records (EHR)
• Ability to pass required background checks
• Verifiable peer references
• Organized, reliable, and team-oriented
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to regulatory compliance
• Ability to provide in-person services at assigned facilities
• Ability to walk, stand, and move between patient rooms and offices within the facility throughout the day