What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Senior PsychCare?
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Locations: Baton Rouge, LA
Full-Time or Part-Time
Advance Your Career in a Collaborative, Mission-Driven Mental Health Team
Are you a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for mental health care? Join Senior PsychCare (SPC) – one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in Louisiana and surrounding states. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment with flexibility, clinical support from industry-recognized psychiatrists, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of nursing home and assisted living residents.
About Us
Senior PsychCare provides collaborative behavioral health services to residents in long-term care facilities. Our multidisciplinary teams include Board-Certified Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Licensed Psychologists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers/Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We focus on continuity of care—not triage—ensuring our patients receive comprehensive and compassionate services to achieve their best quality of life.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct cognitive and emotional assessments to set/manage treatment plans
- Manage psychotropic medication and gradual dose reductions
- Collaborate with nursing home staff and SPC’s behavioral health team
- Participate in treatment team meetings (in-person and virtual)
- Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth when appropriate
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in our EHR system
What Sets SPC Apart
- Collaborative team of specialists in geriatric mental health
- Strong clinical infrastructure with administrative and tech support
- Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
- Competitive compensation, paid training, and growth opportunities
Benefits & Perks
- Guaranteed income during training/ramp-up
- Flexible hours – full-time and part-time options
- Paid time off Paid holidays
- CEU support – up to $750/year 3 paid CEU days
- Mileage reimbursement
- Full benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with matching
- Life and Disability Insurance - Company-provided laptop Internet support
- Administrative support for billing, credentialing, and authorizations
- MIPS and EHR training provided
Qualifications
- Licensed PMHNP or PA in the state of Louisiana
- Psychiatric/mental health experience required
- Experience with geriatric populations strongly preferred
- Spanish bilingual is a plus
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable traveling locally
- Adaptive, flexible, and committed to team-based care
Ready to Join Us?
Be part of a team that brings compassion, expertise, and peace of mind to those who need it most.
Apply now by clicking “Apply” at the top of this page or contact:
Recruiter: 713-850-0049 ext. 1014 | ✉️ kbhatt@spchealth.com