Psychiatric PA: Elevate Care & Transform Lives

Erc8585757Pathlight53T353; Conifer (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

ERC Pathlight in Colorado is seeking a Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team delivering psychiatric care. You will work under physician supervision to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, with duties ranging from patient evaluations to care planning and documentation.

The role requires a graduate PA degree, active PA licensure, and a willingness to travel up to 25%. On-call expectations apply and compensation ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 USD annually, with

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required; PA license in good standing.
• Experience in psychiatric healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and monitors psychiatric patients in collaboration with physicians.
• Reviews records, takes histories, and performs patient examinations.
• Develops and documents patient care plans and treatment.
• Orders medications within statutory limits.
• Collaborates with staff, physicians, and leadership to improve care.
• Participates in insurance peer reviews to optimize length of stay.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Clinical decision making

Effective communication

Travel up to 25%

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies

Current State Certified Physician's Assistant

Job description

ERC Pathlight in Colorado is seeking a Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team delivering psychiatric care. You will work under physician supervision to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, with duties ranging from patient evaluations to care planning and documentation.

The role requires a graduate PA degree, active PA licensure, and a willingness to travel up to 25%. On-call expectations apply and compensation ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 USD annually, with