Psychiatric Physicians Assistant Boulder

Axismh; Louisville, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust Bonus Program

Provider First Support

Work-Life Balance

Clinical Autonomy

Career Growth

Modern Technology

Team-Based Care

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Axis Integrated Mental Health is seeking a Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join our Boulder-area team. The role focuses on comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management, Spravato/Esketamine, and TMS referrals for adults and adolescents, in collaboration with a supervising psychiatrist.

We offer a hybrid work model, strong leadership, and ongoing education opportunities within an interventional psychiatry program.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent.
• NCCPA certification and DEA registration required.
• At least two years of psychiatric/mental-health PA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Perform medication management and referrals for Spravato and TMS.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for patient-centered care.
• Assess and manage psychiatric emergencies and safety protocols.
• Utilize AI-assisted documentation and an advanced EHR system.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and education.

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

NCCPA Certification

DEA registration

Tools

EHR systems

Telehealth platforms

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA) in Boulder

Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA)

Job Description

400 S McCaslin Blvd, Suite 111, Louisville, CO 80027

Base salary ranges from $130,000 to $165,000 based on experience, interventional competencies , and leadership experience .

Job type (Full-time/Part Time/Exempt)

Medical specialty (Psychiatry/Integrative and interventional outpatient mental health)

8am-6pm

• Robust Bonus Program: Earn meaningful performance incentives through a transparent bonus program that rewards clinical excellence, patient outcomes, productivity, and contributions to our growing interventional psychiatry program.
• Provider First Support: Focus on patient care while our dedicated administrative and clinical support teams help with scheduling, prior authorizations, patient access, and operational workflows.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoysupportivepractice with a flexible hybrid work model, no on-call responsibilities, a predictable schedule, and the ability to build a rewarding, sustainable career whilemaintainingbalance in your personal life.
• Clinical Autonomy: Practice evidence-based psychiatry with the support of experienced clinical leadership whilemaintainingthe independence to make the best decisions for your patients.
• Career Growth: Build your career through leadership opportunities, continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, and specialized training, including Interventional Psychiatry.
• ModernTechnology: Work with AI-assisted documentation, an integratedbest-in-class electronic healthrecord,and efficient workflows that reduce administrative burden.
• Team-Based Care: Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, physician assistants, therapists, psychologists, TMS andSpravatoteams, and experienced support staff to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Commitment to Excellence: Join an organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based behavioral healthcare with a strong focus on patient outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Benefits: Receive a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, CME support, malpractice coverage, and wellness benefits.
• Annual Base SalaryRange: $130,000 to $165,000, based on experience, interventional competencies, and leadership experience.

About Axis Integrated Mental Health

Axis Integrated Mental Health is an award-winning, mental health clinic that goes beyond standardized pharmaceutical approaches to mental health to deliver the highest standard of mental health care. We drive real change in Colorado’s mental health landscape by providing Access to interventional treatments including Spravato /Esketamine and TMS . We are committed to healing to whole communities, not just individuals.

Position Summary

As a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA), you play a pivotal role in our mental health care team. This includes, but is not limited to, providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses , supportive therapy , medication management, Spravato /Esketamine and TMS referrals, and other evidence-based treatment interventions for adults and adolescents over fifteen years of age. You will focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing mental health disorders while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and a collaborating psychiatrist in accordance with applicable state regulations to promote optimal mental health and well-being.

Core Responsibilities

• ComprehensivePsychiatricCare : Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, develop evidence-based treatment plans, implementappropriate interventions, and monitor patient outcomes.
• TMS: Gainproficiencyin patient selection, treatment planning, and administration of TMS, including understanding contraindications and managing side effects.
• Spravato : Developexpertisein the safe administration ofSpravato,monitoringpatients during and after treatment, and managing potential side effects.
• Evidence-Based Patient Care: Incorporate evidence-based lifestyle interventions, including nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, and supportive psychotherapy techniques, into comprehensive patient care when clinicallyappropriate.
• Crisis Management: Assess andmanagespsychiatric emergencies, implementappropriate safetyinterventions, and follow established clinical protocols to ensure patient safety.
• Collaboration and Care Coordination: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team through case reviews, team meetings, and care coordination activities to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care andoptimizetreatment outcomes.

Qualifications and Credentials

Education: Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or completion of an accredited PA program .

Certifications: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances .

Experience: At least two (2) years of psychiatric/mental-health PA experience is preferred .

Background & Authorization: A satisfactory background check inclusive of driving records, criminal records, employment references, education, Social Security and OIG/GSA exclusions.

Authorization to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship by the company now or in the future.

Adequate home office setup to perform administrative tasks remotely, with stable internet connectivity.

Technology and Physical Requirements

Technology: Proficiencywith electronic health record (EHR) systems and telehealth platforms.

Comfort learning and using emerging healthcare technologies, including AI-assisted clinical documentation tools. Advanced use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and the Microsoft Office suite for administrative tasks

Remote Setup: Adequate home office setup to perform administrative tasks remotely, with stable internet connectivity.

Physical Demands: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, accommodate intermittent physical activity (including lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, and kneeling), and meet specific visual and auditory requirements necessary for patient care . L ocal travel between clinics may be required .

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended to be a contract between Axis Integrated Mental Health and the employee hired to perform the duties of this position. The document is not intended to list every task an employee in this position could be required to complete. Axis Integrated Mental Health reserves the right at its discretion to request the employee to perform duties that are not listed. The company may use this position description to evaluate the employee’s performance or make other appropriate job-related decisions.