Job Description

About MindCare Solutions
MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long-term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical settings.

We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver top-tier, end-to-end behavioral health solutions, integrating evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers. Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Physician Assistant (PA) - Full Time

MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in both acute and chronic psychiatric care, delivering high-quality mental health services to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.

This role involves rounding in a hospital, conducting Emergency Department (ED) and Inpatient (IP) consults, managing psychiatric evaluations and treatment plans, and collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary care team. The provider will also participate in outpatient psychiatric services, including medication management and follow-up care, to support continuity of treatment and positive patient outcomes.

Compensation: up to $75/hr *ask about our sign-on bonus

Schedule Full-Time, dayshift (flexible schedule)

Location West Plains, MO

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients.
• The Physician Assistant will develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options 
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators. 
• The Physician Assistantwill prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary 
• Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team.
• Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert assessments and recommendations
• Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects 
• Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions 
• The Physician Assistant offers education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options 
• Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards 
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions 
• The Physician Assistant will participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility 
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes

Qualifications:

• The PA must hold a Missouri PA license.
• The PA must practice under a collaborative practice arrangement with a Missouri-licensed physician.
• The collaborative agreement must delegate prescriptive authority. For controlled substances, the PA must also have Missouri-controlled substance prescriptive authority and comply with DEA and state requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team 

Benefits (W2):

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer match (4%)
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule (11 Paid Holidays + 120 additional hours of PTO accrued Bi-weekly)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Malpractice Coverage
• HSA/FSA
• Life/Ad&D
• Licensure/ CEU reimbursement