Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lyra Health, Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Set your own schedule

Minimal administrative burden

Access to clinical consultations

Job summary

Lyra Health, Inc. is seeking a contract Child and Adolescent Nurse Practitioner in Lancaster County, United States. This role allows practitioners to focus on patient care with minimal administrative responsibilities while providing essential clinical services, including psychiatric evaluations and medication management.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree from an accredited PMHNP or PA program, an unrestricted state license, and at least 2 years of practice. This position offers flexible scheduling and access to support for patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in practice.
• Active DEA license preferred for NPs and PA-Cs.
• Certification or clinical experience with minors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Practice comprehensive mental health medication management.
• Conduct psychiatric medication evaluations and treatment.
• Provide evidence-based medication treatment following best practice guidelines.

Skills

Mental health medication management

Psychiatric evaluations

Treatment planning

Education

Graduate from an accredited PMHNP program or PA program

Unrestricted state license

Job description

Lyra’s provider network is composed of in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the United States. With advanced matching technology, a supportive provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation, this contract Child and Adolescent Nurse Practitioner role is an excellent opportunity to focus on patient care while minimizing administrative burdens.

As a contract Child and Adolescent Nurse Practitioner, you will provide essential clinical care, including evidence‑based treatment via live 30‑minute video intake appointments and regular follow‑up appointments. You will conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management, and you will refer patients to evidence‑based therapy and coaching services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Practice comprehensive mental health medication management via a 60‑minute intake appointment and regular follow‑up appointments
• Conduct mental health risk assessments, psychiatric medication evaluations, and longitudinal medication treatment
• Construct patient‑centered treatment plans, document treatment recommendations, message patients, and prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
• Provide safe, evidence‑based medication treatment that follows clinical best practice guidelines

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program or an accredited PA program with appropriate certification
• Unrestricted state license
• Minimum of 2 years in practice
• Active DEA license preferred for NPs and PA‑Cs
• Additional certification or clinical experience with minors preferred
• Office space with ability to see clients in Lancaster
• Ability to provide care to patients with a full range of diagnoses, clinical complexity, and severity levels; preference for providers who offer in‑person options
• Full‑time resident of the United States

Benefits

• Set your own schedule without a minimum hours requirement
• Minimal administrative burden with paperless billing and quick payment turnaround
• Custom‑built calendar for new patients to connect seamlessly
• Access experienced clinical consultations for rapid support with patients
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.