Behavioral Health Physician Assistant

Job Overview – Behavioral Health Physician Assistant
Compensation: $70,000 – $95,000/year
Location: Burton, MI
Schedule: Part-Time, 2 Nights per Week, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

TAG MedStaffing is hiring a Behavioral Health Physician Assistant in Burton, MI for our client, supporting patient care, clinical assessments, and treatment within a behavioral health urgent care setting. This night shift role focuses on evaluating and managing patients with mental health conditions, including crisis intervention and medication management. The on-site position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative clinical environment providing critical care services.

Responsibilities as the Behavioral Health Physician Assistant:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Medication Management: Prescribe and monitor medications in accordance with state regulations.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide support and intervention for patients experiencing acute behavioral health needs.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical records within required systems.

Qualifications for the Behavioral Health Physician Assistant:

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
• Licensure: Active Michigan Physician Assistant license and controlled substance license required.
• Certification: NCCPA certification required.
• Experience: Prior clinical experience in behavioral health or psychiatric care required.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience working with mental health conditions and crisis intervention preferred.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with clinical documentation systems and treatment planning tools.