What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) position at Psychologist plus?
Position Type: Full-time / Part-time Setting: Pediatric / Behavioral Health Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management for children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will be comfortable evaluating developmental and behavioral conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, anxiety, and related concerns. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work with a growing behavioral health team focused on improving access to care for families. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations Diagnose mental health and developmental conditions using DSM-5 criteria Perform autism and behavioral health assessments Develop and manage individualized treatment plans Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications when appropriate Collaborate with psychologists, therapists, and behavioral teams Maintain accurate clinical documentation Communicate with families regarding treatment recommendations Qualifications Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Active state license and DEA (if prescribing) Experience with pediatric or adolescent populations preferred Experience with autism or developmental disorders is a plus Strong communication and clinical assessment skills Compensation Competitive pay (hourly or per evaluation available) Flexible schedule options Supportive clinical environment Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is passionate about helping children and families, comfortable conducting diagnostic assessments, and able to work collaboratively with behavioral health professionals.
Salary : $80 - $120