Psychiatry Nevada

Company Description Psychiatry Nevada is a behavioral health practice dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality psychiatric care to diverse communities in and around Reno, NV. The organization focuses on evidence-based treatment, collaborative care, and continuity of services across outpatient and telehealth settings. T

Role Description This full-time Psychiatric Physician Assistant role is a hybrid position based in Reno, NV, with a mix of on-site clinical work and approved work-from-home responsibilities. Day-to-day tasks include conducting psychiatric evaluations, performing follow-up visits, documenting patient histories, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with supervising psychiatrist. The role involves prescribing and managing psychotropic medications within the scope of licensure, monitoring treatment effectiveness, and adjusting care plans as needed. The Psychiatric Physician Assistant will provide patient and family education, coordinate care with therapists and other healthcare professionals, and maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Licensure and education: Current Physician Assistant license (or eligibility) in Nevada, graduation from an accredited PA program, and national certification; completion of or strong interest in psychiatric/behavioral health training.
• Clinical skills: Experience or training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis of mental health conditions, medication management, and crisis evaluation in outpatient or similar settings.
• Communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to build therapeutic relationships, communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues, and provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care.
• Collaborative and organizational skills: Comfort working within a multidisciplinary team, strong time management, reliable follow-through on treatment plans, and precise clinical documentation in EHR systems.
• Professional attributes: Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance; openness to feedback, continuing education, and adapting to evidence-based guidelines.
• Preferred experience: Prior work in psychiatry, behavioral health, or primary care; experience with telehealth services; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.