Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27129 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Whitney Milhoan

Director Student Health Services

Classification Title Mid-Level Provider Working Title Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider Brief Position Overview

This individual provides psychiatric care to MSU students within Student Wellness's integrated behavioral health team.

Position Number 4N0678 Department SWC Medical Division Division of Student Success Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Other Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE .7 -1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Contract Type Classified Hourly If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Following an integrated, collaborative model, Student Wellness unites the components of the health and well-being for MSU students including prevention, health promotion, public health, medical services, dental services, and counseling & psychological services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high quality diagnostic and therapeutic psychiatric health care to MSU students in a compassionate, ethical, and professional manner.

• In this role, a Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP) or Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PPA) is expected to:

• Obtain a comprehensive history, diagnose disorders, prescribe psychotropic and other medications to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders, substance use disorder, and improve functional health.

• Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests if indicated.

• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.

• Provide appropriate patient education and coordinate referrals to other mental health care services if needed.

• Work closely with the MSU Psychiatrist and integrated behavioral health team, consulting on and supporting diagnoses and treatment options with Medical Services and counseling staff.

• Provide urgent psychiatric consultation and care for acutely ill students, including through same-day access appointments, as needed.

• Serve as a collaborative resource for Student Wellness providers, fielding curbside consultations, questions, and clinical advice from Medical Services and Counseling and Psychological Services staff regarding psychiatric care.

• Precept and supervise nurse practitioner students, as assigned.

• Participate in designated committees and integrated treatment teams with Counseling and Psychological Services, as assigned.

• Participate in Student Wellness outreach, education, and promotional activities, such as speaking at student clubs, campus events, or other engagements, as assigned.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to psychiatric and behavioral health services.

• Contribute clinical input to the development and revision of psychiatric care protocols and policies, as assigned.

• Provide culturally responsive psychiatric care that reflects the needs of MSU's diverse student population, including LGBTQ+, international, and other underrepresented students.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of a Master's degree in nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialty and current national certification as a PMHNP. OR - Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program; plus completion of a post-graduate Psychiatry fellowship or completion of a Certificate of Additional Qualification (CAQ) in Psychiatry; and current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Montana license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority OR Montana license to practice as a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (or eligible).
• Current DEA registration (or eligible).
• Demonstrated experience with treatment skills required of a PMHNP/PPA provider including knowledge of current health trends and current medications.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing education in psychopharmacology, diagnostic criteria, and treatment guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Two or more years of experience as a psychiatric provider preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience working in a Medical Services setting or as a consultant to Medical Services providers and counseling staff.
• College health experience as a physician assistant or nurse practitioner.

The Successful Candidate Will

• The ability to provide quality, compassionate services.
• The ability to develop a working knowledge of Student Health Services' organization and services, the basic rules governing patient/client treatment, standard procedures, clinical records and terminology.
• The ability to consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• The ability to communicate effectively with employees, non-MSU providers, and the public.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers in a team-oriented environment.
• The ability to efficiently use an electronic health records system.
• The ability to represent Student Health Services and its programs to others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment when working in a stressful, fast-paced environment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or ability to obtain by start of employment.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

1. License to practice as Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority in the State of Montana OR License to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Montana.

2. Current DEA registration.

3. Current BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start date.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

Exposure to pathogens of all kinds that are inherent to working in a health care setting.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on October 23rd 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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