Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) ? Part-Time (Remote or Hybrid)

WEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEM; Ludington (MI); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

WEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEM is seeking a Part-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for remote or hybrid work, located in Ludington, MI. The role involves providing recovery‑oriented care and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and clinicians to support clients served by WMCMH.

The ideal candidate has a Michigan license, PMHNP or PA certification, 3 years of NP/PA experience in adult or child (8+) care, and the ability to perform psychiatric evaluations,

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse with a Masters in Nursing (MSN or higher) and PMHNP certification, or Physician Assistant with Master of Science in Medicine (PA) and PMH certification.
• Three (3) years of NP/PA experience in adult and/or pediatric care (8 years and older).
• Credentialed and privileged to practice at WMCMH by the Executive Committee.
• QMHP/QIDP/CMHP designations preferred.
• Ability to formulate differential diagnoses, order/interpret labs, and prescribe/monitor psychiatric medications within physician agreement.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery‑oriented care including physical health screening and monitoring of health indicators.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication reviews, and referrals as needed.
• Administer Medication Assisted Treatment and coordinate with clinicians and medical staff.
• De-escalate crises, maintain calm in stressful environments, and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

PMHNP/PA Psychiatric Certification

MSN or higher degree

Michigan licensure

Education

MSN or higher

Master of Science in Medicine (PA)

Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Part-Time (Remote or Hybrid)

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Salary: $113,754 - 160,352

Minimum of 21 hours the Part-TimeNP/PA is a professional position that is a member of the team of physicians, NP, nurses, medical assistants and clinicians responsible for ensuring quality care for individuals being served by WMCMH. The NP/PA practitioner is responsible for providing recovery-oriented care that includes a combination of physical health screening and monitoring of key health indicators, assessment, and referral; Medication Assisted Treatment; psychiatric evaluations and medication reviews; and prevention for individuals with complex health care served by WMCMH and within the boundaries established of the profession.

Position Requirements

• A licensed Registered Nurse with a masters degree in nursing (MSN or higher degree) certified by the Michigan Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician's Assistant with a Master of Science degree in Medicine Degree (with a major in Physician Assistance Studies) licensed by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs of Michigan. Psychiatric Mental Health Certification as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant is required.
• Three (3) years of work experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant with experience in adult and/or child (8 years and older) care.
• Must be credentialed and privileged to practice at WMCMH by the Executive Committee of the Clinical Oversight Committee of WMCMH.
• Be a mental health professional (MHP) and a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or eligible to be designated as such. In addition, designation as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and a Children's Mental Health Professional (CMHP) is preferred.
• Knowledgeable in formulating differential diagnoses based on clinical findings; ordering and interpreting pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures; and prescribing, monitoring, and evaluating psychiatric medications under the service boundaries of a formal agreement with a physician.
• The NP or PA must have excellent interpersonal relationship skills and be able to effectively de-escalate crisis situations and maintain calm in a frequently stressful environment.
• The NP/PA must be able to use a computer and telephone in response to provision of clinical services.
• The NP/PA must exercise mature judgment and make sound and independent decisions. Must be flexible and be willing to change direction/task mid-course if circumstances dictate.
• The NP/PA must be able to analyze, interpret and use complex data in decision-making. A high level of analytical and critical thinking ability is essential. The ability to use these skills in a proactive manner is essential.
• The NP/PA must be a team player and use facilitation techniques to build consensus on significant resource management/differential diagnostic and intervention service issues.
• Lived experienced with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders are valued.

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Pay Range $113,754 - $160,352

Position Nurse Practioner

Location Ludington

This position is currently accepting applications.