Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Remote

<div class="content-intro"><p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-weight: 400; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner.  We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model which finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs.</span><span style="font-weight: 400; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p></div><div class="jd-section-employer"> <div class="jd-description-text"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The Ascend Story</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. </span><span data-contrast="auto">We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Our work environment fosters:</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaboration and teamwork</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Patient-First Mindset</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work from home opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Career Growth and Professional Development Training</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Why Ascend?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. </span><span data-contrast="auto">We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></p> <p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a <strong>Psychiatric</strong> <strong>PA-C</strong> or <strong>PMHNP</strong> to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to our patients. Services will be provided through <strong>telemedicine </strong>to patients of our Community Health Center partners throughout the United States. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.</p> <p>*Providers must have an active, unrestricted medical license in Iowa  </p> <hr> <p><strong>Key Areas of Ownership:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder across all age spectrums.</li> <li>Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions</li> <li>Provide medication-assisted treatment to those with OUD in active withdrawal or recovery.</li> <li>Supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing and proficiency in trauma informed approach, harm reduction modeling and patient-centered treatments.</li> <li>Demonstrate proficiency and care coordination between psych, substance use tx and medical integration.</li> <li>Direct support for scheduled and walk-in patients</li> <li>Completion of validated rating scales documentation and treatment plans to assist in determining level of care.</li> <li>Care coordination for patients including psychological testing, medical referrals, resources, peer supports, housing and other social determinants otherwise identified.</li> <li>Direct involvement with multidisciplinary team including PCP's, Pediatricians, OB/GYN, counseling, peer support staff and care coordinators.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided</li> <li>2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Advance Practice Provider ( For NPs: PMHNP Required) ( For PA-Cs: CAQ in Psych preferred)</li> <li>DEA License</li> <li>Bilingual- English and Spanish (preferred)</li> <li>A patient-first mindset</li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Physical Requirements: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">This is a remote position. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></p> <ul> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Prolonged Sitting</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Manual Dexterity</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Visual Requirements</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Communication</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Hearing</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Work Environment</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity. </span><span data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":278}"=""> </span></li> </ul> <hr> <p><strong>Perks</strong></p> <ul> <li>Monthly Bonus Program</li> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits</li> <li>PTO + Company Holidays</li> <li>Yearly CEU Stipend</li> <li>Collaborative Environment</li> <li>Clinician Owned and Operated</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="jd-section-job-type"> <p class="jd-description-text"><strong>Job Type</strong>: Full-time</p> <p class="jd-description-text"><strong>Schedule</strong>: 5, 8 hours or 4, 10 shifts</p> </div> <div class="jd-section-job-salary"> <p class="jd-description-text"><strong>Salary: </strong>$138,000-$148,000 with primary residence in Iowa</p> <p class="jd-description-text"><strong>Monthly Bonus Program</strong></p> </div> <div class="jd-section-job-taxonomy-attributes"> <p class="jd-header-text"><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>401(k)</li> <li>401(k) matching</li> <li>Dental Insurance</li> <li>Flexible schedule</li> <li>Health insurance</li> <li>Life insurance</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>Professional development assistance</li> <li>Vision insurance</li> </ul> </div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>Ascend Healthcare</em> <em>is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.</em></p> <p><em><span class="TextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8">Ascend</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8"> Healthcare </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8">participates</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8"> in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8">contingency</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW252750165 BCX8"> to gaining employment status.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW252750165 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{" 134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":279}"=""> </span></em></p></div>

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