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Guidelight · 1 day ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Medford, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Guidelight Health is a cutting-edge behavioral healthcare company dedicated to transforming lives through high-quality PHP and IOP services. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and therapeutic support to individuals enrolled in these programs, collaborating with other clinicians to ensure holistic patient care.

Health CareMedicalOutpatient CareWellness

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including intake assessments, for patients in the PHP/IOP programs

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on psychiatric assessment findings

Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, monitoring for effectiveness and side effects

Provide ongoing medication management and adjust treatment plans as needed

Work closely with therapists, social workers, and other team members to coordinate care for patients

Provide crisis intervention and support when needed, particularly in a PHP/IOP setting

Participate in clinical team meetings, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions

Document all patient interactions and treatment in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements

Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management

Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical standards for the delivery of psychiatric services

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practices and advancements in psychiatric care

Qualification

Board certification PMHNP-BCMaster’s degree in NursingCurrent state licensureMedication prescribing experienceMental healthCultural competenceCompassionate approachCrisis managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program

Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) or Physician Assistant

Current, unrestricted state licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Minimum one year of experience prescribing medication

Strong knowledge of mental health diagnoses, psychiatric medications, and treatment modalities

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment

Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural competence

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused approach to care

Ability to manage complex cases and respond effectively to crisis situations

A winning mentality!

Preferred

Experience in a behavioral health setting, including PHP and/or IOP, is preferred

Company

Guidelight

Guidelight elevates behavioral healthcare by bridging the gap between inpatient and outpatient and allowing people to conveniently access transformative care while continuing to meet obligations and do the things they value, if they choose.

Founded in 2023

Glencoe, Illinois, USA

51-200 employees