Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - UVA Health Primary Care Culpeper

UVA Health Primary Care Culpeper is seeking an experienced, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician's Assistant to provide outpatient behavioral health services within a collaborative primary care setting. This full-time position offers a four-day workweek (4 x 10-hour shifts) with no inpatient responsibilities. Experience preferred with ages 5 and up.

Responsible for provision of Advanced Practice Provider services, including assessment and management of patients across all clinical settings, (examples: ambulatory clinic, hospital, assisted living facility, skilled nursing facility/nursing home, ambulatory surgery center, and community settings), within the scope of licensing, training, and credentialing dependent on specialty.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, outpatient-only practice
• Four 10-hour days, Monday-Friday
• No hospital call or inpatient coverage
• Integrated behavioral health model within a primary care practice
• Collaborative support from primary care providers, nursing, and care management teams

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for adolescents and adults.
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medication management and therapeutic interventions.
• Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychotropic medications in accordance with Virginia regulations and clinical best practices.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care, including symptom management, treatment monitoring, and medication education.
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers to support integrated patient care and address behavioral health needs within the primary care setting.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty behavioral health services, counseling, substance use treatment, and community resources as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a patient-centered, team-based care environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Current or eligible Virginia Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licensure.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority eligibility.
• Minimum of 3 years of psychiatric practice experience preferred.
• Ability to practice independently and manage a diverse outpatient psychiatric patient panel.

COMPENSATION

• During the first two years of employment, the provider will receive a tiered base salary plus a $10,000 guaranteed incentive.
• Following the completion of the two-year guarantee period, compensation will transition to a tiered base salary plus a wRVU-based incentive model.

Base salary is determined by years of APP experience:

• 0-5 years of experience: $105,000 base salary
• More than 5 years up to 10 years of experience: $115,000 base salary
• More than 10 years of experience: $125,000 base salary

UVA Physicians Group Benefit Highlights

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employer-sponsored retirement savings plans with employer contributions and pre-tax/Roth savings options.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and leave benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• CME/professional development support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for many positions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .