Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Porch Light Health

. Provide direct client care, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, and prescribing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and compliance with state regulations while providing high-quality patient care. Proficient in clinical documentation, pharmacologic treatment strategies, and collaboration with healthcare teams.

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Licensed Nurse PractitionerPsychiatric CertificationClinical Assessment SkillsEMR Systems ExperienceActive State DEA License

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Hard Skills

Psychiatric Diagnostic EvaluationsPharmacologic Treatment StrategiesMedical Record MaintenanceLaboratory Test AssessmentTreatment Progress Monitoring

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationBuilding Rapport with PatientsScheduling FlexibilityFast-Paced Work Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Nurse PractitionerPsychiatric CertificationActive State DEA License

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceMedication for Addiction TreatmentClinical DocumentationState Psychiatry LawsCME Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct client care, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, and prescribing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment
Perform psychiatric diagnostic evaluations to determine diagnoses, treatment strategies, and care coordination needs
Provide psychiatric and/or medical services according to medical standards, timelines, and applicable licensing-board requirements
Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnose, prevent, and treat illnesses
Maintain timely, complete, accurate, and legible medical records
Perform clinical and billing documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations, clinical necessity, and coding standards
Perform pharmacologic treatment strategies; order medications; monitor and evaluate treatment progress
Order, obtain, and assess laboratory tests and diagnostics; base clinical decisions on laboratory interpretation
Assure timely access to care, demonstrate scheduling flexibility, and meet productivity standards
Assume responsibility for psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, prescribing, and/or administering treatment
Collaborate with MD or DO on challenging or complex cases
Remain compliant with state Psychiatry laws and regulations, including supervised-hour requirements, CME, and timely assessments with a supervising physician
Support patients virtually and/or in clinic via telehealth across Colorado and New Mexico

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with certification in Psychiatry
Must currently reside in Colorado or New Mexico and be licensed
Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Mental Practitioner program, required
Current licensed practitioner with full active and unrestricted licensure in the state of practice (CO and NM)
Active state DEA License required
1 year of EMR systems experience preferred
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Exceptional communication skills and ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate with healthcare teams
Understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation requirements in MAT settings
Willingness to be cross-trained in Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT)
Mental health providers do not prescribe controlled substances

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Incentive Bonus
5-8 hour shifts
M-F schedule
Day and Evening shifts