Physician Assistant Psychiatry

Haracec Complete Healthcare PLLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Haracec Complete Healthcare PLLC in El Paso, Texas, is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our growing behavioral health team. The role involves conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing, prescribing, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality mental health care.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing or an accredited PA program, along with the relevant state licensure and a minimum of 2–3 years of psychiatric experience. Join us in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) or as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Active state RN and APRN or state PA licensure.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority required.
• 2–3 years of psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
• Diagnose and manage various mental health disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe psychotropic medications and monitor patient progress.
• Provide psychotherapy and supportive counseling.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interpersonal communication

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Organizational skills

Documentation proficiency

Time-management skills

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our growing behavioral health team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical expertise in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment planning for patients across the lifespan. This professional will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic interviews.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications while monitoring patient progress and side effects.
• Provide psychotherapy and supportive counseling as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant electronic medical records (EMR documentation).
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and primary care providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and wellness strategies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical case reviews.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations and standards of care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold ethical and professional standards at all times.

Qualifications

For PMHNP Candidates:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Active state RN and APRN licensure.
• DEA license and prescriptive authority required.

For Physician Assistant Candidates:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Active state PA licensure.
• DEA registration required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2–3 years of psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred.
• Experience in outpatient psychiatry, inpatient behavioral health, addiction medicine, or community mental health settings highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and psychiatric treatment modalities.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations across adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent clinical judgment and diagnostic skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.