Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Addiction Medicine

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Location: Near Palm Springs, CA (Cathedral City)
Schedule: Full-Time | Must be available Tuesday–Thursday
Setting: Detox & Residential Treatment Program

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Psych NP or PA to join our residential behavioral health program near Palm Springs, CA. This role is primarily psychiatric, working within a detox/residential program in Cathedral City, with occasional medical support as appropriate. Candidates must have strong substance abuse (SA) experience and be comfortable working with dual-diagnosis patients. Providers with a Psych NP, dual Psych/FNP, or PA background are encouraged to apply—must be willing to manage both psychiatric and medical needs as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing medication management for residential and detox patients.

• Support medical needs within scope, especially for dual-diagnosis and SA-related conditions.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

• Participate in care planning, treatment team meetings, and continuity-of-care efforts.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Psych NP, Psych/FNP, or Physician Assistant in the state of California.

• Experience required—must have a background working with substance abuse (SA) populations.

• Comfortable treating both psychiatric and medical issues in a residential treatment setting.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and holidays

• CME allowance

• Retirement plan options

• Employer-paid/licensure support

• Additional wellness and employee assistance benefits