Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Mood Health; Santa Cruz (CA); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice tail coverage

Flexible scheduling

Supportive clinical team

Efficient EHR/tech platform

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mood Health in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for in-person care with optional telehealth. The role serves patients aged 11 and up in a hybrid setting, offering flexible scheduling and supportive clinical oversight.

The clinician will diagnose and treat anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder, with emphasis on safety and patient education. California licensure is required, with DEA license active or pending.

Qualifications

• Active CA PMHNP license and CA furnishing number.
• Active or pending CA DEA license.
• 2+ years treating adolescents (11–17) and adults.
• Experience diagnosing ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder.
• Hybrid in-person/virtual care delivery.
• Proficient with EHR and telehealth platforms.
• Spanish fluency a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and telehealth psychiatric care for adolescents and adults.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and create treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage medications with safety and education.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per standards.
• Participate in case consultations and collaboration.

Skills

California PMHNP license

DEA license

Hybrid care delivery

EHR proficiency

Telehealth platforms

Spanish (bonus)

Education

PMHNP Certification

Tools

EHR systems

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Santa Cruz, CA

Who We Are

MOOD is an ambitious, mission-driven mental health startup reinventing the care experience to help patients live their best lives. Our goal is to democratize access to high-quality mental health care by making treatment effective, accessible, and personal.

We provide collaborative support, ongoing consultation, and value a workplace culture that is flexible, human-centered, and clinically excellent. We’re growing fast and looking for exceptional clinicians excited to join a passionate team that’s reshaping mental health care.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Salinas, CA. This is a W2, in-person role providing psychiatric care to patients aged 11 and up. The role includes a hybrid model: providing in-person care from our Salinas office, with the option to see some patients via telehealth.

As a MOOD provider, you’ll treat a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. This position is ideal for a clinician seeking meaningful, flexible, and supported psychiatric practice in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide in-person and telehealth psychiatric care to adolescents (11+) and adults
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage medications, with careful attention to safety, efficacy, and patient education
• Maintain timely and complete clinical documentation in accordance with state and practice standards
• Participate in case consultations and peer collaboration
• Build strong therapeutic rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds

What We Offer

• Competitive pay for providers who work in office: $100-$110 per hour-long encounter (W2, pay-per-encounter)
• Malpractice and tail coverage
• Flexible scheduling within clinic hours (you set your availability)
• A supportive, collaborative environment with a focus on clinical quality
• Streamlined EHR and tech platform to minimize admin burden
• Leadership and growth opportunities as our practice expands

Qualifications

• Active California PMHNP license and California furnishing number
• Active or pending California DEA license
• 2+ years of experience treating adolescents (ages 11–17) and adults
• Experience diagnosing and treating: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder
• Comfort with hybrid care delivery: in-person and virtual
• Proficiency with EHR and telehealth platforms
• Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required

Schedule & Setting

• Job Type: Part-time, Full-time
• Setting: In-person (Salinas, CA) + Telehealth
• Schedule: Monday to Friday availability preferred; some weekend availability a plus

Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking practice, delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're passionate about improving mental health care and want to help shape the future of psychiatric services, we’d love to hear from you.

At MOOD, we believe great care starts with a great team—and great teams are diverse. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all races, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. No matter where you come from, what you believe, or how you identify, you are welcome here. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and fostering an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe in the power of differences—and we’re glad you’re considering joining us.

Need accommodations during your application or interview process? Just reach out—we’ve got you.

Pay:

$120 - $120 USD

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