Physician Assistant

Pnsoc; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Pnsoc is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this role, you will provide medication management and conduct psychiatric evaluations for patients with mental health conditions.

The ideal candidate will ensure comprehensive patient care by developing integrated healthcare treatment plans and supporting both patients and their families. This position includes a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits such as medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid license to practice in California.
• Must have full prescription authority and maintain current D.E.A. licensure.
• Prefer at least two years' experience in a Behavioral Health setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing medication for patients in outpatient and telepsychiatry.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management visits.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions.

Skills

Current and valid license to practice in California

Full prescription authority

Experience in a Behavioral Health setting

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS)

PNS is actively seeking a Physician Assistant to join our growing organization. We are an outpatient private mental health group practice composed of Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and Therapists who are motivated to help our patients make positive changes in their lives.

At PNS, the Psychiatrists, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, and Patient Care Coordinators are our priority and providing comprehensive, collaborative, and compassionate care is the foundation of our culture. You will have the opportunity to work a mix of office outpatient and telepsychiatry services. The Physician Assistant will diagnose, conduct assessments and prescribe medications for patients having psychiatric-mental health conditions. The role also includes developing an appropriate, integrated healthcare treatment plan and providing effective management of patient care with proper evaluation and follow-up care.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and provide ongoing medication management and therapy for new and existing patients.
• Conduct initial in-person and telemedicine psychiatric evaluations, medication management and monitoring visits.
• Renewing and refilling medication to the best of their ability to avoid lapses in treatment.
• Educate the patient in understanding the disease process with guidance regarding preventative practices necessary to manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Provide education, assistance and support to family members and others involved with the patient to enhance awareness of mental and emotional illness and to increase their ability to contribute to the rehabilitation process.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid license to practice in the State of California and hold an NPI.
• Must have full prescription authority and maintain current D.E.A. licensure.
• Prefer but not required at least two (2) years' experience in a Behavioral Health setting or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Bilingual Spanish is highly preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• PNS offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision and paid time off.
• Salary based on skill, experience, certification, and tenure of your profession.