Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Summary

Join Ascend Healthcare as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and provide remote psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to patients in Washington State through telemedicine. You will conduct psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, manage psychopharmacology, and provide supportive psychotherapy. This role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and care coordination for patients. The position is fully remote, offering a flexible schedule and competitive compensation. Ascend Healthcare is committed to a patient-first approach and values a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
• 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Provider
• Certification in Psychiatry
• DEA License
• A patient-first mindset
• Comfortability to work in fully-remote environment
• Prolonged Sitting : Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours
• Manual Dexterity : Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual Requirements : Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents
• Communication : Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence
• Hearing : Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings
• Work Environment : Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity

Responsibilities

• Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for Adult General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder
• Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions
• Data Waivered (or willingness to learn) to provide medication-assisted treatment to those with OUD in active withdrawal or recovery
• Supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing and proficiency in trauma informed approach, harm reduction modeling and patient-centered treatments
• Demonstrate proficiency and care coordination between psych, substance use tx and medical integration
• Direct support for scheduled and walk-in patients
• Completion of validated rating scales documentation and treatment plans to assist in determining level of care
• Care coordination for patients including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing and other social determinants otherwise identified
• Direct involvement with multidisciplinary team including PCP's, Pediatricians, OB/GYN, counseling, peer support staff and care coordinators

Benefits

• Monthly Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• Clinician Owned and Operated
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance