Physician Assistant

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; 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

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists is looking for a Physician Assistant to join their outpatient mental health practice in Costa Mesa, California. Candidates will manage medication for psychiatric conditions, conduct evaluations, and support both patients and their families.

The ideal applicant holds a current California license and has experience in Behavioral Health. Competitive compensation includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, alongside paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current and valid license to practice in the State of California.
• Full prescription authority with current D.E.A. licensure.
• At least two years' experience in a Behavioral Health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing medication management for patients.
• Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Educate patients about disease processes and preventive practices.
• Support family members in understanding mental health conditions.

Skills

License to practice in California

Full prescription authority

Behavioral Health experience

Bilingual Spanish

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Training & development


• Vision insurance


• 401(k) matching

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (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 Practitioner, 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.


• Educates 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.