PMHNP / PA – Outpatient Behavioral Health
Updated 9/23/26
Durham, North Carolina, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
PMHNP / PA - Outpatient Behavioral Health
Locations: Durham, NC | Roxboro, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Responsibilities
Diagnose and treat a variety of mental health and substance use disorders.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on each client's strengths, preferences, needs, and treatment goals.
Provide primarily medication management and prescribe medications in accordance with applicable policies and federal, state, and payer requirements.
Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations and follow-up appointments.
Typical appointments include approximately one-hour initial evaluations and 30-minute follow-up visits.
Manage approximately 10-15 patients per day.
Provide brief therapy and psychoeducation when appropriate.
Provide crisis intervention and referrals when needed; crisis intervention is expected to be rare.
Conduct telepsychiatric assessments as needed.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, treatment plans, medical records, and required forms.
Coordinate care with clinical, medical, administrative, and program leadership.
Participate in staff education, in-services, staff meetings, and other organizational activities.
Assist with coordination of services for clients with mental health and substance use needs.
Maintain a reliable schedule and comply with all applicable clinical and employment requirements.
Qualifications
DEA registration required.
Board certification required.
Minimum 2-3 years of psychiatric/behavioral health experience required.
Outpatient behavioral health experience strongly preferred.
Experience in mental health and/or substance use services preferred.
Strong experience with psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
Candidates should be comfortable treating a variety of behavioral health diagnoses.
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