Physician Assistant F/T - Onsite - Relocation Assistance

mindcaresolutions-careers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement match 4%

PTO + holidays

Malpractice coverage

HSA/FSA

Life/AD&D

Licensure/CEU reimbursement

Professional growth

Job summary

MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join our hospital-based behavioral health team in a full-time role. You will conduct psychiatric assessments, manage medications, and lead treatment plans across inpatient and outpatient settings, coordinating with ED and IP consults and a multidisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes collaborative practice, ongoing education, and patient-centered care, with a focus on delivering high-quality mental health services and engaging

Qualifications

• Missouri PA license required.
• Collaborative practice with a Missouri-licensed physician.
• DEA and state prescriptive authority compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality psychiatric care.
• Prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as needed.
• Daily rounds in a hospital setting with clear communication to the care team.
• Respond to ED and inpatient consult requests with timely assessments and recommendations.
• Monitor and adjust medications to optimize outcomes and minimize side effects.
• Provide education and support to patients and families about mental health conditions and treatments.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Missouri PA license

Job description

Location

West Plains, MO

Schedule

Full-Time, dayshift (flexible schedule)

Relocation Assistance

Up to $15,000

Compensation

up to $75/hr

About MindCare Solutions

MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long-term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical settings.

We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver top-tier, end-to-end behavioral health solutions, integrating evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers. Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Physician Assistant (PA) - Full Time

MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in both acute and chronic psychiatric care, delivering high-quality mental health services to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.

This role involves rounding in a hospital, conducting Emergency Department (ED) and Inpatient (IP) consults, managing psychiatric evaluations and treatment plans, and collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary care team. The provider will also participate in outpatient psychiatric services, including medication management and follow-up care, to support continuity of treatment and positive patient outcomes.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients.
• The Physician Assistant will develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators.
• The Physician Assistant will prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary
• Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team.
• Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert assessments and recommendations
• Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects
• Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions
• The Physician Assistant offers education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options
• Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions
• The Physician Assistant will participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes

Qualifications

• The PA must hold a Missouri PA license.
• The PA must practice under a collaborative practice arrangement with a Missouri-licensed physician.
• The collaborative agreement must delegate prescriptive authority. For controlled substances, the PA must also have Missouri-controlled substance prescriptive authority and comply with DEA and state requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Benefits (W2)

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer match (4%)
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule (11 Paid Holidays + 120 additional hours of PTO accrued Bi-weekly)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Malpractice Coverage
• HSA/FSA
• Life/Ad&D
• Licensure/ CEU reimbursement