
Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Remote/Telehealth)
Job Description
Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Remote/Telehealth)
Full-Time | Remote
Starting Range: $100,000 – Higher based on directly related experience beyond minimum qualifications
IMPOWER is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join our behavioral health team. This position provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, follow-up care, and treatment planning for individuals receiving mental health telehealth services. Working under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Psychiatric Physician Assistant plays a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered psychiatric care in a collaborative and mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and follow-up appointments via telehealth.
- Provide medication management, including prescribing and monitoring psychiatric medications.
- Establish, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans and referrals.
- Order and interpret diagnostic studies as appropriate.
- Provide timely, professional, and person-centered care while minimizing wait times.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record system.
- Utilize electronic prescribing systems for medication management.
- Collaborate with medical providers, therapists, case managers, and other treatment professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Engage individuals served in treatment planning, education regarding medications and side effects, and ongoing follow-up care.
- Refer individuals for additional services or higher levels of care when clinically appropriate
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with IMPOWER medical, clinical, and administrative staff.
- Adhere to ethical standards, professional guidelines, credentialing requirements, and organizational policies.
- Meet productivity expectations established by IMPOWER.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience
- Active Florida Physician Assistant license required.
- Current NPI, and DEA registration required.
- Approved Psychiatry residency preferred.
- Psychiatric specialty experience preferred.
- Experience providing psychiatric evaluations, treatment, and medication management.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and telehealth skills.
- Successfully complete and maintain all required pre-employment and ongoing screenings, including a Level II background screening, local law checks, and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements and IMPOWER policy.
Why Join IMPOWER?
- To be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
- Experience the rewards of making a real impact on the lives of teens.
- Gain experience in behavioral health and trauma-informed care.
- Collaborate with awesome people who support and uplift each other.
We've Got You Covered – Benefits That Work for You:
- Health Insurance – includes a preloaded benefit card to help cover out-of-pocket expenses.
- Dental & Vision Coverage – because your smile and sight matter.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – plan for your future with confidence.
- Generous PTO & Sick Time – take the time you need to recharge.
- Student Loan Forgiveness – STAR – FRAME Eligibility – work with purpose and ease your debt.
- Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – mental health, legal, financial & more all digital or in person.
- Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance – extra peace of mind at no cost to you.
- Optional Supplemental Coverage including:
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness (with cancer protection)
- Accident Insurance
IMPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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