What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant - Psychiatry position at Shanti Recovery & Wellness?
Company Overview
Shanti Recovery & Wellness is a Portland, OR-based outpatient psychiatric clinic dedicated to providing integrated, dual-diagnosis care for addiction and mental health. Our services include MAT/Suboxone, TMS therapy, and comprehensive adult and adolescent psychiatry, delivered both in-person and via telehealth. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and wellness.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for psychiatry to join our team. We are open to W-2 or 1099 for this role. This position offers the opportunity to work virtually, in person, or through a hybrid model, supporting patients with mental health and addiction needs. The ideal candidate will bring clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative spirit to deliver exceptional patient care across diverse settings.
Duties
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations including intake, history, and focused exams as needed, documenting in RXNT
Prescribe psychiatric medications in accordance with DEA regulations and a collaborative practice agreement with Medical Director. This is outpatient psychiatry.
Manage outpatient psychiatric conditions, including follow-up, medication adjustments, and safety planning. Refer out for crisis or a higher level of care. This is not ICU, ventilator, or acute pain work
Document clinical encounters in RXNT the same day, with accurate ICD-10 coding for billing
Collaborate with Medical Director, and admin team. Refer internally if a patient also needs addiction medicine or TMS. You do not treat SUD and you do not run TMS
Complete follow-up visits, refill management, and care coordination for ongoing outpatient psychiatry patients
Provide patient education on psychiatric medications, side effects, follow-up, and when to contact the clinic
Requirements
Current Physician Assistant certification with active state licensure in good standing
Experience working within hospital environments such as Level I or Level II trauma centers or emergency rooms is preferred
Demonstrated proficiency with EMR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks; telehealth experience is a plus
Strong background in psychiatry or behavioral health settings with knowledge of CPT coding and medical treatment protocols
Critical care experience including ICU or neonatal ventilator management is advantageous
Familiarity with diagnostic evaluation tools including diagnostic test interpretation and data collection methods
Excellent client communication skills combined with the ability to perform physical examinations and medical records review accurately
Knowledge of aseptic techniques, drug administration procedures, airway management, and emergency response procedures such as critical & intensive care protocols
Join us at Shanti Recovery & Wellness to make a meaningful impact on mental health recovery while enjoying flexible work arrangements designed to support your professional growth!
Pay: $135.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97202
Salary : $135