Physician Assistant -Psych - $165K-220K
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Job description
Physician Assistant – Outpatient Mental Health
Location: Salinas, CA
Schedule: Full-Time | 100% Outpatient
Compensation: $150,000 – $195,000 (higher range possible based on experience)
Position Overview
A busy outpatient mental health practice in California is seeking a Physician Assistant with prior psychiatric or behavioral health experience. This is a high-demand practice with a streamlined hiring process and strong clinical support.
The position focuses exclusively on outpatient psychiatric evaluation and medication management across age groups.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses
- Provide medication management and follow-up care
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Unrestricted California PA license
- Prior outpatient mental health experience required
- Strong communication and patient engagement skills
- Spanish bilingual preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- $150K–$195K+ base salary (DOE)
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
- PTO and CME allowance
- Supportive and collaborative work environment