Physician Assistant

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Monterey , CA 93940Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $135,000.00 - $170,000.00 Commission/yearJob Shift: Day

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses based on diagnostic and statistical criteria.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy when appropriate.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care.
• Document patient interactions and treatment plans accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Complete all required documentation accurately, timely, and thoroughly in accordance with company/contract and legal standards/requirements as well as comply with EHR requirements, including medication refills, responding to patient requests, finalizing notes.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication adherence.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, and Medi-Cal requirements.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case conferences, and continuing education activities to maintain licensure and stay updated on best practices.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on psychiatric care.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications based on clinical need and evidence-based guidelines.
• Collaborate with therapists, medical providers, and supervising psychiatrists to ensure continuity and coordination of care
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, medication use, and side effects.
• Maintain thorough, timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in accordance with company policies, legal standards, and contractual requirements.
• Respond to patient messages, medication refill requests, and provider communications in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, and Medi-Cal requirements.
• Participate in clinical case conferences, team meetings, supervision, and continuing education as required for licensure and practice improvement.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and support during emergent psychiatric situations.
• Offer consultation to other clinics or providers in areas of psychiatric expertise, when appropriate.
• Utilize standardized procedures in collaboration with a supervising psychiatrist, with access via phone or electronic communication as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Prior or current credentialing with Medi-Cal, Medicare, Partnership HealthPlan, CCAH, and Carelon strongly preferred.

Qualifications Education

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is accepted for PAs whose education was completed prior to the profession’s transition to a master’s-level standard.

Licensure & Certification

• Active, unrestricted license as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice (e.g., California).
• National certification by the NCCPA.
• Current DEA registration and authority to prescribe controlled substances.
• Valid BLS/CPR certification.

Experience

• One year of experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings is preferred but not required for in-office positions.
• A minimum of one year of experience is required for consideration of remote or hybrid work arrangements.
• New graduates with strong psychiatric clinical rotations or background may be considered for in-office roles.
• Experience working with underserved populations, including Medi-Cal beneficiaries and individuals with serious mental illness, is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR).
• Knowledge of psychiatric diagnostic frameworks as defined by current professional standards (e.g., DSM, ICD) and psychopharmacology.
• Knowledge of California mental health laws and Medi-Cal billing requirements is preferred.

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with culturally and clinically diverse populations.
• Strong clinical judgment, reliability, and flexibility in prioritizing work in dynamic environments.
• Commitment to cultural humility, inclusion, and trauma-informed care.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence, social justice, and advocacy for underserved communities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Dedication to ethical, professional, and evidence-based psychiatric practice.