Psychiatric Physician Assistants (PAs)

Neolytix; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Neolytix, a Chicago North Shore mental wellness center, seeks experienced Psychiatric Physician Assistants to join our multidisciplinary team. You will work closely with psychiatrists to manage medications and coordinate care for clients dealing with stress, grief and trauma in a supportive setting.

We value empathy, strong communication, and a collaborative spirit. Ketamine treatment understanding is a plus, and you will educate clients on risks, benefits and ongoing care within our

Qualifications

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies required.
• Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences or Biology.
• At least 2 years of PA experience in mental health.
• Understanding of Ketamine treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with psychiatrists and staff to deliver integrated care.
• Refer patients for in-patient care when needed.
• Prescribe medications following treatment guidelines.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests; explain results to clients.
• Educate patients on medications, risks, benefits and follow-up.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Learning mindset

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences or Biology

Job description

About the job Psychiatric Physician Assistants (PAs)

Job Description:

Thriving Chicago North Shore Mental Wellness Center

Seeks Experienced Psychiatric Physician Assistants (PAs)

Here & Now Mental Wellness combines the best of traditional and emerging treatment

modalities to help our clients manage stress, grief and trauma, navigate life transitions and

become comfortable in their lives and careers. We are looking for smart, ambitious,

empathic, curious, resilient people who happen to be accomplished Physician Assistants

specializing in psychiatric care.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion our integrated clinical approach through daily interactions with other clinicians and staff members and clients
• Refer patients for in-patient care in collaboration with the Psychiatrist
• Issue medication prescriptions in accordance with treatment guidelines
• Order laboratory tests, interpret and explain the test results to clients
• Provide patient education regarding medications, risks, benefits and reasonable
• Communicate with patients and follow-up as necessary.

Required Education & Professional Experience

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences or Biology
• At least 2 years of experience working as a Physician’s Assistant in a Mental
• Preferably, has an understanding of Ketamine treatment.

Desired Qualities

• Passion for helping people find comfort in their skin
• Ability to harmonize with people with diverse backgrounds and skillsets
• A love of learning
• Good problem-solving skills, ability to figure things out on your own when needed
• A good sense of humor

We offer competitive compensation and benefits. To learn more about this opportunity,