Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician Assistant

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive behavioral health services to complex and diverse older adults in Methuen and Lowell, MA. This full-time, permanent position offers a schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with no nights, weekends, or holidays. The role involves working in outpatient settings, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities.

Job Description

• Conduct comprehensive initial behavioral health evaluations in multiple care settings
• Assess patients for acute behavioral health changes, preventing hospitalizations when possible
• Provide close follow-up care post-psychiatric hospitalization
• Perform nursing home visits per state requirements
• Make home visits and follow-ups based on clinical need
• Develop individualized behavioral health treatment plans
• Prescribe and adjust psychotropic medications, including gradual dose reductions (GDRs)
• Monitor treatment response and adjust regimens as appropriate
• Document interventions with strong emphasis on psychopharmacology management
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families, and caregivers
• Provide teaching and behavioral health education
• Participate in program development and quality initiatives
• Cover for behavioral health colleagues as needed
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in line with clinical standards
• Maintain fiscal responsibility and adhere to organizational guidelines
• Participate in local travel between facilities

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Board Certified PMHNP
• Active Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner license
• Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration and DEA
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum 5 years' experience with geriatric patients required
• Skilled nursing facility experience preferred
• Experience with low-income and culturally diverse populations preferred
• Ability to pass N95 mask fit test (no interfering facial hair)
• COVID vaccination required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Supplemental benefits

Community Overview

Methuen and Lowell are historic cities in northeastern Massachusetts, close to Boston and southern New Hampshire. The region offers a rich cultural scene, excellent schools, and convenient access to major highways. With proximity to Boston (30 minutes), residents enjoy the amenities of a large metro area while living in communities with a strong sense of character and history.