
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Physician Assistant (PA) | Crisis Center | Birmingham, AL | Entry Level Welcome
Job Title: PMHNP or PA – Crisis Center
Location: JBS Craig Crisis Center, Birmingham, Alabama
Employer: Ally Psychiatry
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 4 on / 3 off
Ally Psychiatry is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team at the JBS Craig Crisis Center in Birmingham, Alabama. This is a great opportunity for a new graduate or early-career provider to build a strong foundation in acute psychiatric care, working alongside an experienced, physician-led clinical team.
If you're looking for a structured schedule, hands-on crisis psychiatry experience, and an employer that invests in your growth, we'd love to speak with you. Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
Position Highlights
- Full-time, employed position at a dedicated psychiatric crisis center
- 12-hour shifts on a 4 on / 3 off schedule
- Entry-level friendly – new graduate PMHNPs and PAs welcome
- Work alongside an experienced, physician-led psychiatric team
- Hands-on experience in acute/crisis psychiatric evaluation and stabilization
- Comprehensive multidisciplinary support staff
- Organization focused on long-term provider growth and mentorship
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Student Loan Assistance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Paid CME/CEU time
- Malpractice insurance
- Licensure, DEA, and credentialing reimbursement
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance available
- Life insurance available
Why Birmingham?
Birmingham offers an outstanding quality of life with affordable housing, nationally recognized restaurants, excellent schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and a vibrant medical community. Home to UAB and a growing healthcare sector, Birmingham combines the amenities of a large city with the convenience and friendliness of the South.
About Ally Psychiatry
Ally Psychiatry is a physician-led behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional psychiatric care across inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the Southeast. Our providers enjoy strong clinical support, modern practice resources, collaborative leadership, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Apply today to learn more about this entry-level PMHNP/PA crisis center opportunity in Birmingham, Alabama.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited PMHNP or PA program
- Active or eligible Alabama licensure (PMHNP or PA-C)
- New graduates encouraged to apply – no prior experience required
- Interest in acute/crisis psychiatric care
- Comfortable working under physician supervision/collaboration
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 4 on / 3 off rotation

Ally Psychiatry is driven by a core vision: to build a comprehensive, inclusive, and accessible environment for mental health care within the communities we serve. Our mission is to ensure continuity of care for individuals facing mental health challenges while addressing unmet needs with compassion, innovation, and clinical excellence.
Our goal is to lead the industry in delivering the most effective, efficient, and highest quality mental health services—empowering every individual in need to access the care they deserve.
We operate under two distinct brands:
Ally Psychiatry serves as our patient-facing identity, with clinics across Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, and South Carolina.
River Region Psychiatry Associates is the name recognized by our corporate partners, hospitals, and facilities. We currently provide or manage services at more than 50 facilities across Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, Arkansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, and, most recently, Massachusetts.