Per Diem Inpatient Mental Health Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner-Oregon Job at Commonwealth Medical Services, Medford, OR

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  • Commonwealth Medical Services
  • Medford, OR

Job Description

Job Title: Per Diem Inpatient Mental Health Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary:
We are seeking a qualified Per Diem Inpatient Mental Health Advanced Practice Professional (PA or NP) to provide psychiatric care to hospitalized patients. This role supports inpatient behavioral health services by delivering assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing management for patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions in a hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations, and risk assessments for inpatient patients.
  • Diagnose and manage mental health conditions, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and behavioral disturbances.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapeutic interventions.
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, hospitalists, nursing staff, social workers, and case management teams to coordinate care and discharge planning.
  • Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and respond to changes in clinical status.
  • Provide patient and family education related to diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans.
  • Document patient encounters accurately and in compliance with medical, legal, and regulatory standards.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and quality improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Nursing (Psychiatric-Mental Health NP preferred) or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • Active NP or PA licensure in the state of employment.
  • National certification as an NP or PA; psychiatric certification required or preferred based on role.
  • Prior inpatient mental health or psychiatric experience preferred.
  • Strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and ability to manage acutely ill patients.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.

Work Environment:

  • Inpatient psychiatric unit or medical hospital setting with behavioral health services.
  • Per diem, as-needed scheduling, including potential evening, night, weekend, or holiday shifts.
  • Fast-paced, interdisciplinary team environment focused on patient safety and quality care.

Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

Job Tags

Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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