Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider- California Licensed, (Remote)
Job Description
Back to jobsPsychiatric Advanced Practice Provider- California Licensed, RemoteCalifornia, United StatesApplyAscend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model which finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs.
The Ascend Story
Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.
Our work environment fosters:
Collaboration and teamwork
Patient-First Mindset
Work from home opportunities
Career Growth and Professional Development Training
Why Ascend?
You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a Psychiatric PA-C or PMHNP to provide psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients of our Community Health Center partners throughout the United States. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.
*Providers must have an active, unrestricted medical license in state of primary residence and willingness to obtain CA License.
Key Areas of Ownership
Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluations for General Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder across all age spectrums.
Psychopharmacological management of all psychiatric diagnosed treatment conditions
Data Waivered (or willingness to learn) to provide medication-assisted treatment to those with OUD in active withdrawal or recovery
- Supportive psychotherapy, motivational interviewing and proficiency in trauma informed approach, harm reduction modeling and patient-centered treatments.
Requirements
Active and unrestricted Medical License in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
2+ years of experience as a Psychiatric Advance Practice Provider (Required)
Certification in Psychiatry (PMHNP or Psychiatry CAQ)
DEA License
Bilingual- English and Spanish (preferred)
A patient-first mindset
Comfortability to work in fully-remote environment
Physical
## Requirements: This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical
Requirements
should be considered prior to applying to the position
Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during
Work Schedule.
Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Visual
Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence. Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings. Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.
Benefits & Compensation
Monthly Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
PTO + Company Holidays
Yearly CEU Stipend
Collaborative Environment
Remote-first setting
Clinician Owned and Operated
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits & Compensation: $165,000-$175,000 with primary residence in CA
Monthly Bonus Program
Benefits
Burnout Score
Protective Factors (3)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
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