Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Position Overview

Mindify is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of delivering evidence-based, holistic mental health care. You will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists, and care coordinators to provide comprehensive evaluations, medication management, and therapeutic support to a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough initial psychiatric evaluations, including mental status exams, psychiatric histories, and risk assessments.

• Diagnosis & Treatment: Formulate accurate diagnoses based on DSM-5-TR criteria and develop individualized, patient-centered treatment plans.

• Medication Management: Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications. Order and interpret laboratory tests (e.g., metabolic panels, drug levels) to ensure patient safety and efficacy.

• Collaborative Care: Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care with therapists and primary care providers, ensuring a "whole-person" approach.

• Therapeutic Support: Provide psychoeducation to patients and families regarding diagnoses and treatment options; offer brief supportive counseling and crisis intervention as needed.

• Documentation: Maintain timely and accurate electronic medical records (EMR) in compliance with HIPAA and Mindify’s clinical standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Licensure: Current, unencumbered license to practice as a PA in [State].

• Certification: Board certification by the NCCPA (PA-C). A CAQ in Psychiatry is highly preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in psychiatry (outpatient experience preferred).

• Clinical Acumen: Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and the ability to manage complex cases (e.g., mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD).

• Tech-Savviness: Proficiency with EMR systems and comfort with telehealth platforms.

Core Competencies

• Empathy: A deep commitment to reducing stigma and providing trauma-informed care.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills for patient education and team collaboration.