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Ally Psychiatry
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Full-Time 7on/7off Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP / PA| Inpatient | Collaborative, Physician-Led

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$125K+

The week · per this posting · 7 on / 7 off

7 on / 7 off: every day of your on-week (including its weekend), then a full week off.

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Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for TN Psychiatric Physician Assistants & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners

Ally Psychiatry is seeking Full-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) or Psychiatric Physician Assistants to join our inpatient team in Chattanooga, TN. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who enjoys acute care psychiatry and values a structured schedule that supports both professional fulfillment and personal time.

The best inpatient roles offer both clinical challenge and true time to recharge. This 7 on / 7 off position allows you to focus on high-quality patient care while enjoying a predictable schedule and the support of a physician-led team.

  • Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • Type: Full-Time, Inpatient, 7o/7o Schedule
  • Compensation: $125,000+ annually based on experience

Why Join Ally Psychiatry?

Ally Psychiatry is a physician-owned and physician-led psychiatry medical group dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care through a collaborative approach.

With a presence in nine states, partnerships spanning more than 55 hospitals, and nearly 20 outpatient clinics, we continue to expand our reach and impact.

As the fastest-growing psychiatric organization in the Southeast, we are committed to supporting our providers, strengthening the communities we serve, and advancing access to high-quality mental healthcare.

What We Offer

  • 7 On / 7 Off Schedule – Enjoy a predictable rotation with built-in time off for rest, travel, and personal priorities.
  • Inpatient Focus – Practice in a dynamic clinical environment providing care to patients with acute psychiatric needs.
  • Physician-Led Support – Work alongside experienced psychiatric leadership in a collaborative model.
  • Team-Based Care – Partner with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and clinical staff to deliver coordinated treatment.
  • Strong Clinical Infrastructure – Established processes and support staff allow you to focus on patient care.
  • Competitive Compensation + Comprehensive Benefits – A rewarding package designed to support your long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide medication management for inpatient populations.
  • Participate in daily rounding, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, nursing staff, and care teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Assist with discharge planning and continuity of care coordination.
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

Join a Team Where Your Work Makes a Difference!

If you are looking for a role that offers meaningful inpatient work, strong clinical support, and a schedule designed for sustainability, we would love to connect with you.

Let’s start a conversation about your next chapter in behavioral health.

Submit your CV today to apply!

*All final candidates will be required to submit to a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

  • Board Certified PMHNP or Physician Assistant with psychiatric experience (or strong mental health background).
  • Licensed or license-eligible in Tennessee.
  • Required Tennessee DEA or eligible to obtain.
  • Comfortable working in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage acute psychiatric presentations.
  • Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to patient-centered care.
  • Seeking a structured schedule within a stable, supportive organization.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Psychiatric EvaluationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-Time 7on/7off Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP / PA| Inpatient | Collaborative, Physician-Led at Ally Psychiatry a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,035 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 54% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Psychiatry NP by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in psychiatry (np)ranked against 2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPsychiatry NP median $140k (middle half $130k–$160k)280 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry NP listings in Tennessee41 active2,068 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 20% remote · 54% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 2% offer loan repayment322 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP hiring demand#14 of 19 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 884 postings, 1,094 closed
New Psychiatry NP listings858 in the last 30 days967 the 30 days before (−11%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 27 employers
11
<$135k
3
$135k-150k
10
$150k-165k
6
$165k-180k
3
$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
80%
CME allowance
60%
Sign-on bonus
40%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Psychiatry (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,035 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Chattanooga

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$324k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,498/mo≈ 14% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Chattanooga, TN-GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.