PMHNP or Psychiatric Physician Assistant - Outpatient
Company: Monarch
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: April 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Make a Difference in Someone’s Life! At Monarch, we work
together to provide life-changing care in communities across North
Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote
wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental
illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental
disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. You Belong at Monarch You
deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where
you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just
what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including
our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits
package that supports full-time and part-time team members and
their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch
will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe
in promoting from within and developing future leaders. Job
Highlights: This Opportunity: Monarch is searching for a PMHNP or
Psychiatric Physician Assistant for our outpatient clinic located
in Gastonia, NC. Must be willing to work onsite a minimum of 2 days
per week. Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. The primary
responsibilities of the PMHNP or Psychiatric Physician Assistant
are to evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe medications for people we
support, which may include, children, adolescents, adults and
geriatrics diagnosed with mental disorders under direction of a
qualified health care provider to enhance the quality of life
through services that enable them to achieve their personal dreams
and goals. What You'll Do: • Prescribe medications and treatments
under the supervision of a physician or according to established
policies and protocols. • Report information about an individual's
medical condition to supervising physicians to assist with the
established diagnosis and appropriate course of treatment. • Assess
individuals for mental health disorders and make an appropriate DSM
diagnosis (es). Ensure that services are delivered in a medically
appropriate manner and care provided is in compliance with NC
Medical Board guidelines. • Review past treatments, evaluations,
and other relevant information in order to develop an appropriate
diagnosis and treatment plan. • Request diagnostic lab work when
appropriate. • Maintain all documentation and records which are
necessary in the daily work of psychiatry in a timely manner. This
may include the use of Electronic Health Records system (EHR). •
Provide education to individuals to aid in understanding their
diagnoses and recommend appropriate treatment. Involve/educate
family members and other supports in treatment when appropriate.
Encourage individuals to participate in mental health therapy when
appropriate. • Collaborate, coordinate and consult with other
providers such as counselors, psychologists, social workers and
medical staff of other local providers, including but not limited
to state hospitals, local hospitals, other community agencies,
primary healthcare providers, CCNC, public Health Departments,
Federally Qualified Health Clinics in order to discuss treatment
plans, progress in services and where appropriate, the medical
aspects of the person being supported and the implications for
their physical healthcare needs. • Participate in staffing of
complex or high-risk individuals with other program staff. • Attend
and actively participate in meetings and training as required.
Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training
requirements. • Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency
policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and
regulations related to specific program areas. • Follow service
definition guidelines for services being provided. • Complete all
other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. •
Driving and travel may be required. M0NC Education We're Looking
For: Masters of Science: Nursing, Nurse Practitioner (NP) or
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (Required)
Certifications We're Looking For: Board Certified Nurse
Practitioner (NP) or Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health
Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - American Nurses Credentialing Center
(ANCC), State License - Nurse Practitioner (NP) - State Board of
Nursing Experience We're Looking For: Schedule: Target Weekly
Hours: 40 Monarch is an Equal Opportunity Employer Monarch offers
opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the
communities we serve. Monarch is an equal opportunity employer and
we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of
diversity. Monarch does not accept paper applications. Any person
with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the
Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or
otherwise to participate in Monarch job search or selection
process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only
duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required
to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties
and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job
description is subject to revision at the discretion of
Monarch.
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