What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider - NP, APRN, or PA (VT) position at Atlantic Health Strategies?
About the Role
What You'll Do
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Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulate individualized treatment plans.
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Provide medication management, including initiation and ongoing monitoring of psychotropic and medication-assisted treatments (MAT), such as buprenorphine, naltrexone, and Vivitrol.
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Deliver care in compliance with evidence-based practices and within scope of licensure.
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Collaborate closely with therapists, case managers, and medical staff to support integrated behavioral health care.
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Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, side effects, and recovery goals.
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Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) consistent with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational standards.
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Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and clinical supervision as required.
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Stay current with best practices in psychiatric and addiction medicine through continuing education.
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Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (APRN) or Physician Assistant Studies.
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Active, unrestricted Vermont license as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), APRN, or Physician Assistant (PA-C).
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High levels of patient engagement and treatment adherence.
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Accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of all patient encounters.
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Collaboration that supports integrated, recovery-oriented care.
- Remote, part-time role with flexible scheduling.
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$70 - $80/hour compensation.
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Direct supervision and support from experienced leadership.
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Opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, innovation-driven organization.
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Ongoing professional development in both clinical practice and emerging behavioral health technology.
Requirements
Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (APRN) or Physician Assistant Studies.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, or addiction medicine preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
Active, unrestricted license as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), APRN, or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Vermont.
DEA registration with buprenorphine waiver (preferred or must be obtained within 90 days of hire).
Competencies:
Strong diagnostic and psychopharmacologic skills.
Knowledge of trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care models.
Familiarity with telehealth delivery and electronic medical record systems.
Excellent communication, empathy, and collaboration skills.
Benefits
Salary : $70 - $80
