Psychiatric Physician Assistant

This position is a 1099 Independent Contractor position. Earnings are based on a percentage of collections made from services provided by contractor.

The patient assessment is an important component of a physician assistant’s job in psychiatry/mental health. Assessing patients through informal conversation, through a physical examination, and through a review of their medical, personal, and drug (including substance abuse) histories allows PAs to make a diagnosis and rule out any underlying medical conditions, such as hyperthyroidism, a brain tumor, or medicine toxicity.

They may order labs, make referrals to other medical providers, and prescribe psychiatric medications throughout the process.

Following an initial assessment and diagnosis, PAs in psychiatry oversee their patients’ physical and mental health while receiving psychiatric care. These PAs perform frequent follow-ups to see how patients are responding to counseling, medication and other therapies; and often work with families to ensure patients are receiving adequate care and support.

Job Type

Contract

License/Certification:

• Physician Assistant License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Christiansted, VI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person