Behavioral Health Physician Assistant

Job Overview – Behavioral Health Physician Assistant
Compensation: $70,000 – $95,000/year
Location: Burton, MI
Schedule: Part-Time, 2 Nights per Week, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

TAG MedStaffing is hiring a Behavioral Health Physician Assistant in Burton, MI for our client, supporting patient care, clinical assessments, and treatment within a behavioral health urgent care setting. This night shift role focuses on evaluating and managing patients with mental health conditions, including crisis intervention and medication management. The on-site position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative clinical environment providing critical care services.

Responsibilities as the Behavioral Health Physician Assistant:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Medication Management: Prescribe and monitor medications in accordance with state regulations.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide support and intervention for patients experiencing acute behavioral health needs.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical records within required systems.

Qualifications for the Behavioral Health Physician Assistant:

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
• Licensure: Active Michigan Physician Assistant license and controlled substance license required.
• Certification: NCCPA certification required.
• Experience: Prior clinical experience in behavioral health or psychiatric care required.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience working with mental health conditions and crisis intervention preferred.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with clinical documentation systems and treatment planning tools.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.