Job Description
Preferred Qualifications
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a full-time or part-time contract opportunity in Salem, Oregon. This role involves onsite work with the option for part-time video consultations, all within a supportive team environment at an outpatient community mental health agency primarily serving Medicaid-eligible patients. Enjoy benefits such as case management support, competitive reimbursement, loan repayment eligibility, and a flexible schedule. We prioritize applicants residing in Oregon.
General Summary
As a PMHNP, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and ongoing psychiatric management for clients, collaborating closely with therapists, medical case managers, and support staff.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and manage medication for clients, ensuring medically necessary follow-up services.
Review assessments and treatment plans at least annually.
Meet with clients a minimum of quarterly to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
Deliver services within your scope as a qualified mental health professional.
Maintain detailed documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) for all treatment provided, adhering to Medicaid standards, Oregon Administrative Rules, and private insurance requirements.
Ensure after-hours coverage for your clients.
Review and sign off on assessments, Individual Support Plans (ISPs), and other documentation from fellow clinicians requiring a licensed mental health professional's signature.
Provide coverage for colleagues as needed.
Qualifications
Comfort working with underserved populations and those with complex psychosocial backgrounds.
Experience supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Strong coordination skills to effectively collaborate with guardians, group home providers, case workers, family members, and administrative staff.
Attend meetings as required.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual/Bicultural skills, particularly in Spanish.
Experience working with child and adolescent populations.
Familiarity with developmentally delayed populations.
Credentialed with Medicare.
Residing in Oregon.
Job Type: Contract
Expected Hours: 10 - 40 hours per week
Medical Specialty: Psychiatry
Encouragement for All Applicants
Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Education Requirements
Master's degree (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 1 year as a PMHNP (Required)
License/Certification
Valid Oregon PMHNP License (Required)
Relocation Requirements
Must be able to relocate to Salem, OR 97302 before starting work.
Work Location
Hybrid remote work available in Salem, OR 97302.
Employment Type: Contractor
Salary: $ 150,670.00 Per Year
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Remote job, Relocation, Flexible hours,