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Archer Daniels Midland

Account Manager - Remote based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa ADM Ag Services & Oilseeds This is a ... Learn and support local and regional business objectives * Operate as a Peer Leader to reach ...

Percona LLC

What matters is that you can write, speak, and engage with technical people as a peer - and that ... Work with Marketing, Product, Engineering, and Support so the technical story stays accurate and ...

Aegon

Senior Claims Examiner

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site +1

$48K - $55K/yr

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Remote

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Remote

Ascend Healthcare

Des Moines, IA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

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.

The Ascend Story

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. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.

Our work environment fosters:

  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Patient-First Mindset
  • Work from home opportunities
  • Career Growth and Professional Development Training

Why Ascend?

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. 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.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Psychiatric PA-C or PMHNP to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to our patients. Services will be provided through telemedicine 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.

*Providers must have an active, unrestricted medical license in Iowa

Key Areas of Ownership:

  • Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder across all age spectrums.
  • Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions
  • 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.

Qualifications:

  • Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
  • 2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Advance Practice Provider ( For NPs: PMHNP Required) ( For PA-Cs: CAQ in Psych preferred)
  • DEA License
  • Bilingual- English and Spanish (preferred)
  • A patient-first mindset

Physical Requirements: This is a remote position. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:

  • 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.

Perks

  • Monthly Bonus Program
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
  • PTO + Company Holidays
  • Yearly CEU Stipend
  • Collaborative Environment
  • Clinician Owned and Operated

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 5, 8 hours or 4, 10 shifts

Salary: $138,000-$148,000 with primary residence in Iowa

Monthly Bonus Program

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Ascend Healthcare 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.

Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.