Advanced Practice - Psychiatry Opening in Price, UT
Updated 11/06/26
Price, Utah, United States
Physician
Psychiatry
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) opening in Utah
Price, Utah
Full time
An established regional healthcare system in Price, Utah is seeking a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its growing inpatient behavioral health program. This opportunity offers the chance to provide comprehensive psychiatric care within a new 14-bed Behavioral Health Unit at a 39-bed community hospital. The incoming provider will manage new admissions, deliver daily psychiatric care, and provide consultation services for medical-surgical patients requiring behavioral health evaluation. Working alongside a collaborative team of nurses, behavioral health technicians, social workers, and activity therapists, the PMHNP will play an important role in expanding access to mental healthcare throughout eastern Utah. With shared call responsibilities supported by telepsychiatry services, competitive compensation, and comprehensive recruitment benefits, this position offers an excellent opportunity for a provider seeking a rewarding inpatient psychiatric practice.
Position Highlights
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner opportunity
Join a new 14-bed inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Hospital-based psychiatric practice
Manage new psychiatric admissions and daily inpatient care
Provide psychiatric consultations for medical-surgical patients
Collaborative multidisciplinary behavioral health team
Work alongside RNs, Behavioral Health Technicians, Social Workers, and Activity Therapists
Shared call responsibilities
Telepsychiatry support for call coverage
Opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new behavioral health program
Access to a 39-bed community hospital
Competitive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentives
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Comprehensive benefits package
Clinical Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients admitted to the inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments for new admissions
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic psychiatric conditions
Develop individualized psychiatric treatment plans
Provide daily inpatient psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care
Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications within scope of practice
Monitor treatment response, medication effectiveness, and potential adverse effects
Provide psychiatric consultation services for medical-surgical inpatients
Collaborate with nursing staff, social workers, behavioral health technicians, and activity therapists
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and care coordination
Assist with discharge planning and continuity of psychiatric care
Participate in shared call coverage with telepsychiatry support
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Promote patient safety and evidence-based behavioral healthcare
Practice Environment & Schedule
Hospital-based inpatient behavioral health practice
New 14-bed Behavioral Health Unit
Located within a 39-bed community hospital
Inpatient psychiatric admissions and daily patient management
Psychiatric consultation services for medical-surgical patients
Collaborative interdisciplinary treatment team
Nursing and behavioral health technician support
Social work and activity therapy resources
Shared call schedule
Telepsychiatry services supplement call coverage
Opportunity to help develop and strengthen a growing behavioral health program
Specific work hours, patient census expectations, and call frequency available during the interview process
Compensation & Benefits
The recruitment package may include:
Competitive base salary
wRVU productivity bonus
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
Marketing and practice growth assistance
Additional compensation and recruitment package details available during the interview process
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification
Current or eligible Utah APRN licensure
Appropriate prescriptive authority
Strong clinical skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management
Ability to manage patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions
Comfortable providing inpatient psychiatric care and consultation services
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration abilities
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered behavioral healthcare
About the Hospital
This established 39-bed community hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services to Price and surrounding communities throughout eastern Utah.
39-bed acute care hospital
New 14-bed inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient healthcare services
Medical-surgical services
Psychiatric consultation services
Collaborative physician and Advanced Practice Provider teams
Interdisciplinary behavioral health staff
Telepsychiatry support
Commitment to expanding access to high-quality mental healthcare
About Price, Utah
Price is a welcoming community in eastern Utah's scenic high desert region, offering affordable living, remarkable natural landscapes, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Located in eastern Utah
Affordable housing and a lower cost of living
Beautiful high desert landscapes and mountain scenery
Excellent hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and hunting opportunities
Nearby rafting and outdoor adventure destinations
Access to Utah's renowned national parks and scenic recreation areas
Low humidity and four-season outdoor activities
Welcoming community with local cultural attractions and events
Convenient regional access to Provo and Salt Lake City
Small-town atmosphere with opportunities for an active outdoor lifestyle
An excellent opportunity for a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner seeking a new inpatient behavioral health unit, collaborative multidisciplinary support, shared call with telepsychiatry assistance, competitive compensation, and an attractive quality of life in scenic eastern Utah.
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